The House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio has adopted a resolution commemorating the Fiftieth Anniversary of the tragic sinking of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald, which occurred on November 10, 1975. The resolution honors the twenty-nine crew members who lost their lives in the disaster, including seven from Northwest Ohio, notably Captain Ernest McSorley. The S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald was a significant vessel in the Great Lakes shipping industry, known for its size and record-setting hauls, and its loss marked a profound moment in Ohio's maritime history.

The resolution reflects on the enduring legacy of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald and its crew, acknowledging their contributions to maritime service and the impact of their loss on families and communities. It also highlights the cultural remembrance of the tragedy, notably through Gordon Lightfoot's song "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald." The resolution concludes with a directive for the Clerk of the House to transmit authenticated copies to Ohio's news media, ensuring that the memory of the tragedy and those who perished is preserved and honored.