MACON, Ga. — Former State Senator Ross Tolleson of Perry has died.
Tolleson served in the general assembly from 2002 to 2015, when he resigned following a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease.
State leaders are remembering Tolleson.
Attorney general Chris Carr tweeted, "As we mourn the passing of former state Senator Ross Tolleson, we hold his family, former colleagues and community in our prayers. He leaves behind an indelible mark on his fellow Georgians, and though he will be missed, his contributions to our state will not be forgotten."
Governor Brian Kemp tweeted, "Marty, the girls & I are heartbroken over the passing of former state senator Ross Tolleson. Ross was a close friend of ours, a smart businessman, & a tireless public servant who devoted himself to 'working for the people.' Our prayers go out to Sally, Trip, Ansley, and Kelly."
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