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Recognizing and commending Helen Griffith Jordan on her 80th birthday; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Helen Griffith Jordan was born on February 27, 1920, in Roaring Spring, Pennsylvania, and the wonderful contributions of this dear lady will be recognized and honored at a special celebration of her 80th birthday; and

WHEREAS, her family moved to Florida in 1926, and she attended Florida State College for Women and Tampa Business College and married Wilbur Jordan at Bradenton in 1939; and

WHEREAS, in 1950 she joined a garden club in Fort Pierce and cultivated a love that has spanned more than 50 years and provided beautification for the citizens of communities as well as a lifetime of pleasure for her; and

WHEREAS, she has been a dedicated member of the Reidsville Garden Club since 1967 and she has served as president of her club and the Garden Club of Georgia in recognition of her talent, industry, knowledge, and experience; and

WHEREAS, she served on the Board of Directors of the National Council State Garden Clubs representing Georgia 1995-1997 and received a national citation for her effort on national disasters and her service as district chairman for the Deep South Region; and

WHEREAS, in addition to her excellent community service, she is an active member of the Reidsville United Methodist Church, a loving wife and mother, and a treasured friend.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that this body recognizes and commends Helen Griffith Jordan and extends to her best wishes on the momentous occasion of her 80th birthday.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Helen Griffith Jordan.