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House Resolution 1329

By: Representatives Long of the 61st, Taylor of the 55th, Abrams of the 84th, Ashe of the 56th, Lindsey of the 54th, and others

A RESOLUTION

Honoring the life and memory of Gail Denise Thomas; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens with the passing of Gail Denise Thomas on January 24, 2012; and

WHEREAS, Gail Denise Thomas was born on December 22, 1965, in Atlanta, Georgia, a beloved daughter of Juliet Mack Thomas and Early Thomas, and respected mother to her daughter, Jasmine; and

WHEREAS, she was a graduate of the S.H. Archer Class in 1983 and from Georgia Military College in 2004 with a degree in Criminal Justice; and

WHEREAS, she was a dedicated police officer with the Atlanta Police Department for nearly 20 years, and reached the rank of Senior Patrol Officer; and

WHEREAS, she served with the honor guard, the Red Dog Unit, staff inspections, and as a field training officer to new recruits; and

WHEREAS, she diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time, talents, and energy to protecting and serving her community and state as evidenced dramatically by nearly two decades of superlative public service and work in law enforcement; and

WHEREAS, a compassionate and generous woman, Gail Denise Thomas will long be remembered for her love of family and friendship, and this loyal mother, daughter, and friend will be missed by all who had the great fortune of knowing her.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Gail Denise Thomas, commend her selfless dedication to the Atlanta Police Department, and express their deepest and most sincere regret at her passing.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to the family of Gail Denise Thomas.