MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE
2005 3rd Extraordinary Session
To: Rules
By: Representative Clarke, Akins, Aldridge, Arinder, Bailey, Baker (74th), Baker (8th), Banks, Barnett, Beckett, Bentz, Blackmon, Bondurant, Bounds, Broomfield, Brown, Buck, Burnett, Calhoun, Capps, Carlton, Chism, Clark, Coleman (29th), Coleman (65th), Compretta, Cummings, Davis, Dedeaux, Denny, Dickson, Eaton, Ellington, Ellis, Espy, Evans, Fillingane, Flaggs, Fleming, Formby, Franks, Fredericks, Frierson, Gadd, Gibbs, Gregory, Guice, Gunn, Hamilton (109th), Hamilton (6th), Harrison, Hines, Holland, Holloway, Horne, Howell, Huddleston, Hudson, Ishee, Janus, Jennings, Johnson, Lott, Malone, Markham, Martinson, Masterson, Mayhall, Mayo, McBride, McCoy, Middleton, Miles, Mims, Moak, Montgomery, Moore, Morris, Moss, Myers, Nicholson, Parker, Patterson, Peranich, Perkins, Read, Reed, Reeves, Reynolds, Robinson (63rd), Robinson (84th), Rogers (14th), Rogers (61st), Rotenberry, Scott, Shows, Simpson, Smith (27th), Smith (39th), Smith (59th), Snowden, Staples, Stevens, Straughter, Stringer, Sullivan, Taylor, Thomas, Turner, Upshaw, Vince, Walley, Ward, Warren, Watson, Weathersby, Wells-Smith, Whittington, Woods, Young, Zuber
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE LIFE, LEGACY, ACHIEVEMENTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF MRS. DANITA JOY LITTLE JONES AND EXPRESSING DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS UPON HER PASSING.
WHEREAS, Mrs. Danita Joy Little Jones, born September 27, 1960, to Harriet O. Keys and Reuben R. Little in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, a fourth generation O'Rourke descendant and Choctaw Indian royalty, departed this earthly life on Tuesday, June 14, 2005, to enter into eternal rest with her heavenly father, causing great sorrow and loss to her family and friends; and
WHEREAS, a distinguished lady of profound stature, prominence and respect, Danita attended the Meridian Public Schools and graduated from Meridian High School, expanding her educational enhancement by attending Meridian Junior College (now Meridian Community College), earning an A.A. degree and a B.A. degree from Jackson State University; and
WHEREAS, following in her family's tradition of serving others through public service, Danita's entire professional career of 23 years was spent at the Mississippi House of Representatives serving the citizens of the state in various capacities; and
WHEREAS, a zealous and dedicated pillar of humanitarianism, Danita's professional career was highlighted by the numerous civic, educational, social and religious organizations to which she enjoyed spending time and actively engaged, including: the Greater Mount Calvary Senior Usher Board, Rho Lambda Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., H.M. Thompson Court #242A and Treasurer of Just Between Girlfriends Book Club; and
WHEREAS, an infectious spirit and advocate of truth, Danita, whose earthly sun has set to rise anew in life's glorious eternity to lighten her path as she has now traversed the rivers of life to await the Lamb's Book of Life to be opened; and
WHEREAS, though her physical presence is no longer with us, the spirit of beauty, love, sincerity and humbleness, which was the essence of her life permeating the atmosphere like a fragrant rose, will continue to flourish in the lives of her loved ones, who will forever cherish her legacy and memory: husband, Reginald; mother, Harriet O. Keys; father, Reuben R. Little; sisters, Martha O’Rourke-Arrow and Cynthia L. Kelker (Michael); brothers, Dr. Reuben "Roy" Little II (Tenika) and Rufus "Ray" Little III, Esquire; niece, Imani; nephews, Adam, Nicholas, Reese and Royce; grandmother, Mrs. Elizabeth Little; stepmother, Margaret D. Little; stepdaughter, Ariel Jones; mother-in-law, Robbie Jones; three aunts, two uncles and a host of other relatives and friends; and
WHEREAS, it is the policy of this Legislature to commend the life of such a well-loved and admired individual as Danita, whose life and work were testamentary of her passion to be of service and assistance to others, truly living the motto: "If I could help somebody as I pass along. If I can cheer somebody with a word or song. If I can show somebody that he's traveling wrong. Then my living shall not be in vain.":
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, THE SENATE CONCURRING THEREIN, That we do hereby commend the life, achievements and contributions of this giant of a woman, Mrs. Danita Joy Little Jones, and express our deepest sympathy to her family and friends upon her passing.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be furnished to the family of Mrs. Danita Jones and to the members of the Capitol Press Corps.