Memorials, Death - Albert Broward Blanton, Jr. -

SJR 343 is a ceremonial memorial resolution honoring Albert Broward Blanton, Jr., a Sevierville resident and longtime community leader who passed away. The resolution commemorates his life, military service (U.S. Army, 82nd Airborne Division), 42-year career at Cherokee Textile Mills, and leadership roles including founding president of the Sevier County Library Foundation and recipient of the Sevierville Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award. It expresses the General Assembly's condolences to his family and recognizes his contributions to Sevierville and Sevier County. As a memorial resolution, it has no legal effect or policy impact - it is purely a formal tribute.