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Expressing regret at the passing of Ronnie Green; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Ronnie Green of Gainesville, Georgia, will be long remembered by his family and the broad circle of neighbors, associates, and friends who treasured him; and

WHEREAS, he was the only son of Lillie Mae Green and Frank Green who owned and operated Green's Grocery for over 50 years; and following his graduation from the University of Georgia, he returned to assist in the family business that he enjoyed all his life; and

WHEREAS, he was a remarkable fellow who was quite intelligent and eager to learn all that he could in any number of fields, and he studied law, held a real estate license, and actively enrolled in courses at Gainesville College for the sheer joy of learning; and

WHEREAS, after his parents sold the business in 1995, he continued to work at the store and pursue the enjoyment of his particular interests and his acquaintances and good friends; and

WHEREAS, he was a good-hearted, compassionate, solid member of the Gainesville community, and his wonderful talents and interest in people of all walks of life touched the lives of countless persons who will cherish his memory forever.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body express regret at the passing of Ronnie Green and convey their sincerest sympathy to his dear father, Frank Green.

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 Frank Green.