05 LC 28 2564

House Resolution 13EX

By: Representatives Butler of the 18th, Maxwell of the 17th, Richardson of the 19th, and Cummings of the 16th

A RESOLUTION

Expressing regret at the passing of Paul Anthony Saylor; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, on August 14, 2005, the State of Georgia lost one of its finest and most distinguished citizens with the passing of Paul Anthony Saylor in Iraq while serving with the Army National Guard; and

WHEREAS, Paul Anthony Saylor has been recognized for his outstanding leadership and his deep personal commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia and this nation; and

WHEREAS, he diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of his time, talents, and energy toward the betterment of his state and nation; and

WHEREAS, his significant organizational and leadership talents, his remarkable patience and diplomacy, his keen sense of vision, and his sensitivity to the needs of the citizens of his state and nation earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and associates; and

WHEREAS, he was a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness; and

WHEREAS, the passing of this generous, kind, and devoted young man leaves an unfillable void in the hearts and lives of his family and friends.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body express their deepest and most sincere regret at the passing of Paul Anthony Saylor and commend him for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated service to the citizens of this state and the United States.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the family of Paul Anthony Saylor.