The Rev. Warren Jones of Rome was recognized on the floor of the state House of Representatives on Monday.

Jones has been named the 2010 Distinguished Older Georgia by the Georgia Council on Aging.

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The World War II veteran has volunteered with numerous organizations, including the Sara Hightower Library board and Hospitality House, and was a longtime representative on the Silver-Haired Legislature.

“Warren has just made such contributions to the community, and to the people statewide,” said State Rep. Barbara Massey Reece said. “He’s been active on behalf of senior citizens and an advocate for women and children.”