HR 195

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1 HR195
2 BYIBYQQ-1
3 By Representatives Kirkland, Whorton
4 RFD:
5 First Read: 03-Mar-26
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 BYIBYQQ-1 02/26/2026 AR (L)AR 2026-1108
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4 HR____ COMMENDING TIM GRABEN FOR 50 YEARS OF SERVICE WITH
5 THE ROSALIE RESCUE AND FIRE DEPARTMENT.
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7WHEREAS, it is with profound appreciation and deepest
8 admiration that we commend Tim Graben for 50 years of
9 distinguished public service and steadfast commitment to the
10 residents of Jackson County through his work with Rosalie
11 Rescue Squad and Volunteer Fire Department; and
12WHEREAS, Tim Graben's journey with the Rosalie Rescue
13 Squad is a testament to lifelong community service; starting
14 as a young boy roaming the streets on a bicycle, he has
15 become a cornerstone of emergency services in the Rosalie
16 community; and
17WHEREAS, in 1969, Tim began volunteering at just 12
18 years of age when he was recruited by local Boy Scout
19 leaders; three years prior, he was known for helping his
20 father repair a neighbor's roof following a tornado; and
21WHEREAS, as a youth, Tim used his high energy to
22 track missing persons in areas that adults could not reach;
23 he later specialized in water searches, mastering boat
24 navigation and motor maintenance on the Tennessee River; and
25WHEREAS, when Rosalie established its first fire
26 department in 1972, Tim was an early volunteer; more than 50
27 years later, he remains active with the Tri-Community Fire
28 Department; over the years, Tim has held a variety of
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29 high-ranking positions, including Co-Captain, First
30 Lieutenant, and currently, Second Lieutenant over Water
31 Operations; and
32WHEREAS, Tim is described as a "handyman" for the
33 squad, utilizing a wide range of practical skills; he
34 maintains the squad's buildings and ensures boats and
35 vehicles are rescue-ready; he has also pursued extensive
36 education in rope rescue, tracking, and advanced water
37 rescue techniques; and
38WHEREAS, Tim's influence extends far beyond his own
39 work; he is a dedicated supporter of community events, from
40 working roadblocks to staying up all night smoking barbecue
41 for fundraisers; his involvement in fire and rescue has also
42 inspired a family tradition of service, with his brother,
43 sisters, children, and grandchildren following his lead to
44 join the squad; and
45WHEREAS, after 50 years of service, Tim remains a
46 vital asset to his hometown, helping to make his "corner of
47 the world" a better place; his dedication and commitment to
48 Rosalie set an example for all to follow; now therefore,
49BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE
50 LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, That we hereby most highly commend
51 Tim Graben for faithful devotion to his community as a
52 member of Rosalie Rescue and Fire Department, and we extend
53 to him our heartfelt gratitude and sincere best wishes for
54 continued health, happiness, and fulfillment in his future
55 endeavors.
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