Bill > HJR0287

This resolution honors the memory of Omar Ernest "Ernie" Bacon, Jr., a distinguished public servant from Franklin, Tennessee, who had a remarkable career in healthcare administration, local government, and historic preservation. Born in 1937, Bacon was a naval reservist, university graduate, and healthcare professional who earned degrees in hospital administration and pharmacy, worked at Moccasin Bend Psychiatric Hospital, and served as a senior executive at Community Health Systems. As a local civic leader, he was twice elected as a Franklin Alderman, founded several community organizations including Franklin Tomorrow and Franklin Transit Authority, and was deeply involved in historic preservation efforts, serving on multiple boards related to Civil War and local history. Bacon received numerous awards for his community service, including the Bob Ragsdale Award and the Anne T. Rutherford Exemplary Community Volunteer Award, and was notably involved in creating the Sarah Cannon Cancer Center. The resolution celebrates his professional achievements, community contributions, and personal commitment to family, faith, and public service, expressing sympathy to his wife of 66 years, Nell, and his surviving family members while recognizing his enduring legacy of integrity, compassion, and dedication.

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