08 LC 38
0623
House
Resolution 1475
By:
Representative Sims of the
169th
A
RESOLUTION
Commending
William "Billy" Harvey Jewell, Sr., and dedicating a bridge in his honor; and
for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
William "Billy" Harvey Jewell, Sr., was born on July 30, 1930, to William Riley
Jewell and Johnnie Reva Newburn and spent the majority of his life living in
Willacoochee, Georgia; and
WHEREAS,
Mr. Jewell served in the United States Army from 1950 to 1952 and was a
decorated war veteran of the Korean War having been awarded two Bronze Stars,
the Korean Service Medal, and the Infantryman´s Badge for his patriotism
and courage; and
WHEREAS,
during the early 1970's, Mr. Jewell became a police officer in Willacoochee and
ultimately not only became Willacoochee´s police chief, but also chief of
police in Pearson, Georgia; and
WHEREAS,
Mr. Jewell was well respected and loved in his community and dedicated his life
to ensuring that all in his community were safe; and while the number of his
selfless deeds are countless, his heroism in saving the life of a child while
camping in particularity shall always be remembered; and
WHEREAS,
Mr. Jewell lived his life as an example to all and taught many lessons in life,
not only to his family, but to all in his community who had the pleasure of
knowing him; he was a man of integrity and love that will not soon be
forgotten.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body honor the life and the accomplishments of Mr. William "Billy" Harvey
Jewell, Sr.
BE
IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the westbound lane of the easternmost bridge crossing
the Alapaha River on Highway 82 in Atkinson County be dedicated as the Corporal
William "Billy" Harvey Jewell, Sr. Bridge in his honor.
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
Mr. William "Billy" Harvey Jewell, Sr., and the Department of Transportation.