Bill Text: VA SJR149 | 2014 | Regular Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Celebrating the life of Patrick Charles Gantt.
Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Republican 4-2)
Status: (Passed) 2014-02-24 - Bill text as passed Senate and House (SJ149ER) [SJR149 Detail]
Download: Virginia-2014-SJR149-Enrolled.html
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WHEREAS, Patrick Charles Gantt, a devoted College of William and Mary sports fan and an inspirational member of the Sandston community, died on November 12, 2013; and WHEREAS, Patrick Gantt, affectionately known as "PG," joined the staff of The College of William and Mary football team as a volunteer in 1983; he diligently served the team for three years until he was hired as the full-time assistant equipment manager in 1986; and WHEREAS, in 1986, following the Tribe's historic victory over the University of Virginia Cavaliers, Patrick Gantt was paralyzed from the chest down after falling in a tragic accident; and WHEREAS, displaying indomitable spirit, Patrick Gantt completed three years of physical rehabilitation and returned to The College of William and Mary, still a proud and devoted fan; and WHEREAS, Patrick Gantt remained a loyal supporter of the team for the rest of his life; he became a fixture on the sidelines and in the locker room, often sitting in on practices and coaches' meetings and always offering encouragement and motivation to the members of the team; and WHEREAS, Patrick Gantt's sister, Vickie, always made time to drive her brother to games, allowing him to be a part of the team, and Head Coach Jimmye Laycock designated a prime spot on the sidelines for him; and WHEREAS, Patrick Gantt proudly cheered on the Tribe when they again bested the Cavaliers in 2009, after which he received the game ball; today, the coaches' suite in The College of William and Mary football center bears his name; and WHEREAS, Patrick Gantt is a fine example of the power of hope and courage in the face of adversity, and he remains a source of inspiration for people throughout the Commonwealth; and WHEREAS, Patrick Gantt enjoyed being a lifelong member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Richmond; and WHEREAS, Patrick Gantt will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by his sister, Vickie, and numerous other family members and friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED by the Senate, the House of Delegates concurring, That the General Assembly hereby note with great sadness the loss of Patrick Charles Gantt, a lifelong supporter of The College of William and Mary athletics and an admired member of the Sandston community; and, be it RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the family of Patrick Charles Gantt as an expression of the General Assembly's respect for his memory. |
