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2015 Regular Session
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 146
BY REPRESENTATIVE HONORE
A RESOLUTION
To commend Bennie Frank Singleton for his many achievements and upon the celebration
of his ninety-fourth birthday.
WHEREAS, born on June 7, 1921, in Hazlehurst, Mississippi, Mr. Singleton is the
son of Ora Turner; and
WHEREAS, in December of 1942, Mr. Singleton became a member of the United
States Army; he served in World War II, and he was active in the invasion of Normandy; and
WHEREAS, in January of 1946, he was honorably discharged from the Army; in
recognition of his extraordinary military service, he received many honors and medals such
as the Good Conduct Medal, the World War II Victory Honor, the Marksmanship Badge,
the Five Star Campaign Star, and many others; and
WHEREAS, in 1950, Mr. Singleton married Eliza A. Batiste, and the couple
remained married until Eliza's death; and
WHEREAS, for fifty dedicated years, Mr. Singleton worked as a cement finisher;
he also helped supervise a construction crew for the building of the Sunshine Bridge; and
WHEREAS, he is a member of True Love Missionary Baptist Church in Baton
Rouge; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Singleton is a proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather; and
WHEREAS, upon the celebration of his ninety-fourth birthday, it is appropriate to
commend Bennie Frank Singleton for his many achievements throughout his life.
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THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the
Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend Bennie Frank Singleton for his many
achievements throughout his life; does hereby commend Mr. Singleton upon the celebration
of his ninety-fourth birthday; and does hereby extend enduring appreciation for the
tremendous pride and honor this wonderful gentleman brings to his family, friends,
community, and state.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this Resolution be transmitted
to Bennie Frank Singleton.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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