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2018 Third Extraordinary Session
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 8
BY REPRESENTATIVE FOIL
A RESOLUTION
To express the condolences of the House of Representatives upon the death of Gail Ann
Erickson Pryor.
WHEREAS, it is with deep regret and profound sorrow that the members of the
Louisiana House of Representatives have learned of the death of Gail Ann Erickson Pryor
on May 24, 2018, at the age of eighty-one; and
WHEREAS, a long-time resident of Baton Rouge, Gail supported and participated
in many organizations and was a founder of Paper N' Things, a local stationery store that
opened in 1979; and
WHEREAS, she enjoyed cooking, entertaining, and gardening, and her greatest loves
were her family and friends; she was a proud grandmother to eight grandchildren and
delighted in attending and getting involved in their school activities; and
WHEREAS, an accomplished cook and a generous and devoted friend to many, Gail
was happiest when she was serving others and enjoying the company of her loved ones; and
WHEREAS, Gail also loved traveling, especially to New York with her daughters
and daughters-in-law, where they enjoyed attending shows, dining, and shopping; and
WHEREAS, Gail Pryor was one of Louisiana's finest daughters, and the memory of
this wonderful and beloved woman shall live forever in the minds and hearts of all who
knew and loved her and the many friends whose lives she touched.
WHEREAS, Gail Ann Erickson Pryor is survived by her beloved husband, Dr.
William A. Pryor; children, Mark Schroeder, and his wife Mary, Susan Ferris, and her
husband Tim, and Eric Schroeder, and his wife Denise; grandchildren, Anna, John,
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Margaret, Daniel, Camille, Marit, Caroline, and Ben; brother, Charles Erickson, and his wife
Caroline; sister, Judith Bach, and her husband Steve; and several nieces and nephews.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the
Legislature of Louisiana does hereby express sincere and heartfelt condolences upon the
death of Gail Ann Erickson Pryor; does hereby record for posterity her extraordinary gifts
and talents and legacy of kindness and grace; and does hereby express appreciation for the
pride and honor that this wonderful woman will forever bring to her family, friends, and
community.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this Resolution be transmitted
to the family of Gail Ann Erickson Pryor.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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