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This resolution honors the memory of Sara "Lillian" Garrett Bean, a dedicated public servant from Knoxville, Tennessee, who made significant contributions to her community. Originally from Rose Hill, Virginia, Bean moved to Knoxville in 1961 to study at National Business College and went on to serve as a court clerk for eighteen years, while also being actively involved in the Republican Party of Knox County. Throughout her life, she demonstrated remarkable leadership and community engagement, including supporting the YWCA by annually hosting "Bean Supper" fundraisers, being a member of various women's clubs, and receiving multiple awards such as Woman of the Year from different organizations. Beyond her professional achievements, Bean was a devoted family member, a member of Glenwood Baptist Church since 1968, and enjoyed coaching her children in basketball and supporting her grandchildren's sporting activities. The resolution acknowledges her legacy of integrity, compassion, and dedication, remembering her as an exceptional woman who positively impacted her community and left behind a lasting impression of commitment to public service and personal values.