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House Resolution 857
By: Representatives Gardner of the 47^th, Ashe of the 46^th, Wilkinson of the 43^rd, Teper of the 61^st, Murphy of the 18^th and others

A RESOLUTION

Honoring the life of Judge Nick George Lambros and expressing regret at his passing; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Judge Nick G. Lambros, was a distinguished Georgian who was highly respected for his many contributions to his family and friends, his church, his fellow citizens, his state, and the local community of Roswell, Georgia, who treasured this gentleman; and

WHEREAS, an Ohio native, he grew up in Atlanta working in his father's restaurant and later graduating from Georgia State College and Emory University School of Law; and

WHEREAS, he maintained his strong ties to his Greek heritage and community as a devoted member of the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Annuciation where he was instrumental in the planning and building of the Annuciation Cathedral; and

WHEREAS, in recognition of his enduring faith and commitment, he was bestowed with the highest honor of a layman in the Greek Orthodox faith, the Archon of the Ecumenical Patriarchate; and

WHEREAS, he was an attorney for over fifty years and served as a State Court Judge in Fulton County where he worked tirelessly and with unselfish devotion for fifteen years; and

WHEREAS, he was an exemplary public servant serving as a Representative in the Georgia House of Representatives, as an Alderman on the Atlanta City Council, and as a State Court Judge in Fulton County; and

WHEREAS, even in the face of adversity, he prevailed over a debilitating stroke to endure and continue with determination and a jovial attitude which exemplified his life and demeanor; and

WHEREAS, his extensive career as a lawyer, statesman, and jurist evidence the extraordinary leadership, character, and faith of this exceptional man.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body honor the life of Judge Nick G. Lambros, express their gratitude for his excellent service to the State of Georgia, and extend their sincere condolences to his beloved family.

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 Mrs. Anna V. Lambros.