This resolution expresses profound sorrow over the passing of Chris Abney Zeigler Dendy on July 8, 2023, at the age of 79. It highlights her significant contributions as a nationally and internationally recognized expert on attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and executive function deficits (EFD). Born in Lafayette, Georgia, Dendy had a distinguished career spanning over 50 years, during which she served as a teacher, school psychologist, counselor, mental health administrator, and author of several influential books on ADHD. Her work not only educated countless individuals and organizations but also provided hope and practical solutions for those affected by ADHD and learning differences.

The resolution also acknowledges Dendy's active involvement in the nonprofit organization Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), where she made significant contributions, including co-founding a teacher-to-teacher training program and being inducted into CHADD's Hall of Fame. Dendy is remembered as a passionate advocate, mentor, and role model who created a lasting legacy through her educational initiatives, including "Camp Dendy," which trained over 80 individuals in ADHD and EFD. The resolution concludes by offering heartfelt sympathy to her family and recognizing the enduring impact of her life and work on the community.