Governor Perdue Orders Flags Lowered for Griffin Bell

Governor Sonny Perdue has ordered flags on all state buildings and grounds be flown at half-staff in memory of Griffin Bell on Wednesday, January 7, 2009, the day of his funeral. Mr. Bell served Georgia and the nation in a variety of roles including Attorney General of the United States, Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, and advisor to national and state leaders.

“As a respected counselor to political leaders on both sides of the political spectrum, Griffin Bell’s impact on our state and nation spanned multiple generations,” said Governor Sonny Perdue. “He had a unique ability to explain complex legal matters plainly and to bring people together over even the most contentious of issues. On a personal note, I am grateful for the counsel he provided to me during my time as Governor. He and I shared a love of the outdoors especially bird hunting, and he was one of the best shots I knew even to the end. The people of Georgia celebrate the life of this extraordinary man, and our thoughts and prayers are with his family.”

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Caray Family Plans Open Service at Christ the King Cathedral

The Caray family has announced plans for an open service for all of Skip's friends and fans. The service will be on Monday, August 11 at Christ the King Cathedral at the corner of Peachtree St. and Peachtree Ave. just north of West Wesley St. Services will begin at 4:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers the family is asking that donations be made to one of the following in memory of Skip:

Camp Twin Lakes
www.camptwinlakes.org or
P.O. Box 933507
Atlanta, GA 31193-3507

Winship Cancer Institute
www.cancer.emory.edu or
Plaza 1000
762 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30322-4001

Friends House (will only accept donations online)
www.smalldoghumane.org

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