Bill Text: VA SR24 | 2013 | Regular Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Celebrating the life of Charles L. McGowan.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2013-01-18 - Bill text as passed Senate (SR24ER) [SR24 Detail]
Download: Virginia-2013-SR24-Enrolled.html
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WHEREAS, Charles L. McGowan, a longtime resident of Walkerton in King and Queen County, known for his commitment to the local community, died on October 17, 2012; and WHEREAS, Charles McGowan, fondly known as "Punksey," proudly served his country during World War II as a member of the United States Army Air Force and remained dedicated to the well-being of his fellow veterans as a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 8356; and WHEREAS, a volunteer fireman with the Walkerton Community Fire Association, Charles McGowan devoted countless hours to the safety of local community members; and WHEREAS, as chaplain for the fire department, Charles McGowan provided support and encouragement to his fellow firefighters and local residents in need; and WHEREAS, a member of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Charles McGowan was involved in community service activities through his affiliation with the Knights of Columbus; and WHEREAS, known for his sense of humor and faithful service to Walkerton residents, Charles McGowan will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by numerous family members and friends; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of Virginia hereby note with great sadness the loss of a beloved citizen of Walkerton, Charles L. McGowan; and, be it RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the family of Charles L. McGowan as an expression of the Senate of Virginia's respect for his memory. |
