HR37INTRODUCED Page 0 HR37 2LJHISS-1 By Representative Jackson RFD: First Read: 06-Feb-25 1 2 3 4 5 2LJHISS-1 02/05/2025 NG (L)NG 2025-607 Page 1 First Read: 06-Feb-25 HR___ MOURNING THE DEATH OF STATE TROOPER JUSTIN WILLIAMS. WHEREAS, it is with profound sorrow and a sense of immense loss that news is received of the untimely death of State Trooper Justin Williams of Montgomery , Alabama, at the age of 42; and WHEREAS, his passing leaves a void in the lives of his loving family, many friends, and the community where he was highly regarded; and WHEREAS, an outstanding member of the community, Justin Williams served selflessly as a state trooper for 19 years; and WHEREAS, Justin graduated from Monroe County High School and Alabama A&M University; he furthered his education by attending the Alabama Criminal Justice Training in Selma in 2006; he then attended Alabama Southern Community College where he earned an Associate of Science Degree in 2013 and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice in 2014; he also earned two Master of Science Degrees in Justice Administration in 2017 and Management in 2020 from Faulkner University; and WHEREAS, serving as a highly respected member of Governor Kay Ivey's security detail since 2019, Justin Williams consistently demonstrated exceptional professionalism and unwavering dedication to his duties; his 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 HR37 INTRODUCED Page 2 professionalism and unwavering dedication to his duties; his commitment to excellence not only ensured the safety and security of the Governor but also fostered a supportive work environment among his colleagues, earning their trust and admiration; he was known for his kindness, compassion, and loyalty, and he set a shining example for all who knew him; and WHEREAS, Justin was preceded in death by his parents, Donald Ray Williams and Gwendolyn Williams Kyles; he will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Ramey; brothers, Christopher Williams (Heather) and Darius Williams; sisters, Kenya Moore (Jerome), Terri Williams, Tabitha Malone (JesHenry), and Ryann Morris (Kadarryl); and WHEREAS, Justin Williams leaves behind a legacy of honor and service which will long endure the passage of time and will remain as a comforting memory to all who were privileged to have known and loved such an amazing man; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, That the death of State Trooper Justin Williams is recorded with deep sadness, and this resolution is offered in tribute to his life and service to others, along with heartfelt sympathy to his family, whose grief is shared by many. 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51