The resolution expresses profound sorrow over the passing of Mary Alice "Mae" Herbert Johnson, who died on March 8, 2024, at the age of 85. It highlights her significant impact on her family, friends, and the community, noting her deep roots in Andalusia, Alabama, where she was born and raised in a family of migrant workers. The resolution also reflects on her life in Pompano Beach, Florida, where she was known for her talents in sewing, poetry, and photography, as well as her famous sweet potato pie recipe.
In honoring Mrs. Johnson's memory, the resolution acknowledges her loving family, including her three children and siblings, and emphasizes the void her departure has created. It concludes with a heartfelt tribute to her life and expresses sympathy to her family, affirming that her memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved her.