Expressing sympathy at the passing of Claude Ramsden Glaze;
and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Claude Ramsden Glaze
will be long remembered by his wide circle of friends and colleagues who admired
and respected the leadership and dedication of this earnest champion of
Georgians' right to fair employment, just compensation, and dignity;
and
WHEREAS, Stoney Glaze was a native Georgian whose
proud parents, Violet Ramsden and James David Glaze, instilled in him a deep
belief in the inherent worth of all people, and his life reflected his
determination to seek equity and justice in the workplace;
and
WHEREAS, he served his country with honor,
ability, and courage as a very capable member of the U.S. Army Air Force during
World War II and his valiant military service and the experiences he encountered
greatly influenced his life choices and his commitments; and
WHEREAS, his longstanding career with Southern Railway was marked with
dedication, and his reliance as a trusted member of the Brotherhood of Railway
Airline and Steamship Clerks, known as the Transportation Communications Union
today, was well recognized as he became the Georgia legislative representative
for this very significant union; and
WHEREAS, in
addition to his professional commitments, he was a remarkably talented
photographer, and he generously shared his artistic gift with friends and
co-workers who treasured their keepsakes and will long cherish the memory of
this gentleman.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize the life and
contributions of Claude Ramsden Glaze and convey their heartfelt sympathy to the
members of his beloved family at this time of loss.
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 Glaze family.
