RESOLUTION NO. RS2003-47

A resolution recognizing Reverend Paul Durham posthumous.

WHEREAS, Davidson County, Tennessee, lost one of its most beloved and respected sons upon the passing of well-known Nashville minister Reverend Paul Durham; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Durham preached the word of God at Radnor Baptist Church for almost 31 years; and

WHEREAS, having lived a life that was dedicated to unselfish service to his fellow human beings and to securing the realization of the values which he cherished, Reverend Durham has left an enduring impression on his community; and

WHEREAS, he served with great distinction and effectiveness as a member of the Metro Benefit Board, Metro Traffic and Parking Commission and the Tennessee Baptist Convention’s executive board; and

WHEREAS, in 1983, he founded Radnor Baptist Academy, a privet pre-K-8 school; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Paul Durham leaves behind his soul mate of fifty (50) years Nadine Durham, three children, 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, Reverend Paul Durham’s passing leaves a hole in the lives of his family, the church, and the citizens of Nashville; and

WHEREAS, it is fitting and proper that the Metropolitan Council express their condolences to the family of Reverend Paul Durham and express sincere regret of his passing.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE AND DAVIDSON COUNTY:

Section 1. The Metropolitan Council hereby goes on record as recognizing Reverend Paul Durham posthumous.

Section 2. The Metropolitan Council Office is directed to prepare a copy of this Resolution to be presented to the family of Reverend Paul Durham.

Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect from and after its adoption, the welfare of The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County requiring it.

Sponsored by: Amanda McClendon, Michael Kerstetter, Ronnie Greer

LEGISLATIVE HISTORY
Referred to:	Rules & Confirmations Committee
Introduced:	November 4, 2003
Adopted:	November 4, 2003
Approved:	November 5, 2003
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