House Engrossed

State of Arizona House of Representatives Forty-fifth Legislature Second Regular Session 2002

HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 2044

 

A concurrent RESOLUTION

 

on the death of the honorable Elizabeth adams rockwell.

 

 

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The Honorable Elizabeth Adams Rockwell passed away on June 20, 2001 at her home in central Phoenix.

Betty Rockwell was born into a prominent family that has deep roots in Arizona history and politics.  Her grandfather, J. C. Adams, served as mayor of Phoenix, fought for statehood and built the legendary Adams Hotel, where legislators once roomed and informally conducted many of their meetings.  Her mother, Margaret Adams Rockwell, was a Republican National Committeewoman.

Miss Rockwell served in the Arizona House of Representatives from 1965 until 1989.  During her twenty-four year tenure, she gained a well earned reputation for her hard work, absolute integrity and guilelessness charm. Among her accomplishments, Miss Rockwell was proudest of her role in the creation of a community college system that is viewed as a model for the nation.  She was also instrumental in establishing the Arizona Women's Hall of Fame.

After leaving the legislature, Miss Rockwell was able to focus on other forms of public service.  Intensely civic-minded, Miss Rockwell accepted offers to serve on many boards, including the Arizona Cancer Society and the Arizona Historical Society.  Her energy to serve her state and community never flagged, and her many interests extended well beyond politics.  She will fondly be remembered for her generosity and loyal friendship and for a life dedicated to civic duty.

Therefore

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives of the State of Arizona, the Senate concurring:

That the Members of the Legislature regret the passing of Betty Rockwell, and extend their deep sympathies to her family and many friends.

 

 

 

 

 

UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED BY THE HOUSE APRIL 18, 2002.

 

UNANIMOUSLY ADOPTED BY THE SENATE APRIL 18, 2002.

 

FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE APRIL 22, 2002.