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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION TO HONOR GRAHAM WALLER JR ON THE OCCASION OF HIS 100TH BIRTHDAY
WHEREAS, Graham Waller, Jr. has reached a remarkable milestone in his life and was honored by family and friends at a special celebration of his "100th BIRTHDAY" on July 6, 2024; and
WHEREAS, Graham Waller, Jr. was born on July 6, 1924, in Greensboro, Georgia, and demonstrated resilience and determination in overcoming racial and economic hardships; and
WHEREAS, Graham's commitment to education, exemplified by his long walks to school, despite systemic barriers, reflects his dedication to self-improvement and community betterment; and
WHEREAS, Graham began working at age 14, showcasing a strong work ethic by laboring at Knox Brothers Lumber Company and later at his uncle's sawmill, contributing significantly to his family's well-being; and
WHEREAS, Graham graduated from Greensboro Colored High School in 1941, a rare accomplishment for an African American youth in rural Georgia, embodying perseverance, and hope; and
WHEREAS, Graham moved to Chicago in 1944, working various jobs, including as a mail carrier and a model, and later became a successful entrepreneur by co-owning a gas station with his friend Calvin Vance; and
WHEREAS, Graham's spent 26 years with the Denver-Chicago Trucking Company, until his retirement in 1987; and
WHEREAS, Graham and his beloved wife Evada have shared over 62 years of marriage, raised two children, Anthony, and Pamela, and created a nurturing home filled with love and cherished memories; and
WHEREAS, Graham has been a pillar of strength and wisdom within his family, maintaining deep connections to his roots and supporting his relatives, including preserving the family farm in Georgia; and
WHEREAS, Graham's life is a testament to humility, kindness, and generosity, living by the mottos, "I try to treat people the way I would want to be treated," and "If I can help somebody, I will;" and
WHEREAS, Graham and Evada continue t...
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