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To recognize and congratulate Forest Edward Jones, on his 80th Birthday on January 23rd, 2004.
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WHEREAS, on Friday, January 23rd, 2004, family and friends will gather to celebrate the 80 years of life, of one of God's chosen vessel and laborer; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jones is a devoted, spiritual and God fearing man of God. A husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, brother-in-law, Godfather, adopted Dad, adopted Grandpa, friend, and a mentor to many (young and old); and
WHEREAS, Mr. Jones is an active and enthusiastic member of Triedstone Missionary Baptist Church, serving on the Deacon Board, Sick and Shut-in Ministry, Hostess Club, and Seasoned Senior Citizens; and
WHEREAS, Forest Edward Jones, is the owner of F.E. Jones Home Remodeling and Construction Company, a retired contractor for the City of Columbus, and Local 423, and a member of the Mock Road and Woodland/Holt District Civic Association; and
WHEREAS, Forest has been married for 57 years to Rebecca. To that union (2) daughters, (8) grandchildren, (6) great grandchildren and (4) Godchildren; and he considers himself a truly Blessed Man, now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That this Council does hereby recognize and congratulate Forest Edward Jones, on his 80th Birthday on January 23rd, 2004.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this Resolution be presented to Forest Edward Jones as a token of our high esteem.