House Resolution No. 14
Memorializing Douglas Ley of Jaffrey
WHEREAS, we have learned with great sorrow of the passing of our friend and colleague, Douglas A. Ley, who was serving his fifth term as a State Representative, representing the citizens of Cheshire County District 9, the towns of Dublin, Harrisville, Jaffrey, and Roxbury; and,
WHEREAS, a former House Majority Leader, Doug Ley was a dedicated labor leader, serving three terms on the House Labor, Industrial, and Rehabilitative Services Committee, and at the time of his death was serving as President of the New Hampshire Chapter of the American Federation of Teachers; and,
WHEREAS, a continuing student of history, Professor Doug Ley left an enduring legacy of teaching and learning on the hearts and minds of thousands of students over a thirty-year career at Franklin Pierce University; and,
WHEREAS, an adventurer, Doug Ley enjoyed epic road trips, visiting as many breweries as possible, or Fenway Park and the Garden to cheer on his beloved Sox and Bruins; and,
WHEREAS, above all, Doug Ley was a devoted family man, who cherished his time with his wife Mary, and sons Ethan and Isaac, and was surrounded by them and their love through his short illness; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, by the House of Representatives in Regular Session convened, Douglas A. Ley be granted the highest praise and accolades and our profound thanks for his service to the state, and the town he called home for many years, and, be it further
RESOLVED, that expressions of our most heartfelt sympathy be extended to his family and that a suitable copy of this Resolution be prepared for presentation to them.
Offered by the House of Representatives.
June 24, 2021: Introduced and Adopted VV 06/24/2021
June 24, 2021: Introduced and Adopted VV 06/24/2021 HJ 11 P. 2