Bill Text: VA HJR302 | 2014 | Regular Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Celebrating the life of Frederick A. Renninger, Jr.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2014-02-20 - Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ302ER) [HJR302 Detail]
Download: Virginia-2014-HJR302-Enrolled.html
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WHEREAS, Frederick A. Renninger, Jr., a longtime civic leader who was a former president of the Springfield Civic Association and was deeply committed to the betterment of the Springfield area, died on January 7, 2014; and WHEREAS, Frederick "Rick" Renninger had lived in Springfield since 1961; soon after he moved to the Fairfax County community, he became involved with civic affairs and youth sports; he helped to incorporate the Yates Village/Lynbrook Civic Association and was the organization's second president; and WHEREAS, Rick Renninger was a member of the founding board of the Central Springfield Little League and the Springfield Babe Ruth League, volunteering as a coach and manager for many years; and WHEREAS, Rick Renninger later served as president of the Springfield Civic Association and remained active in the organization throughout his life; the group works to enhance the quality of life in the area and serves as an advocate for the people of Springfield; and WHEREAS, Rick Renninger's advice and counsel often were sought by other concerned citizens; he had lived in the Lynbrook neighborhood for more than 50 years, and as a tireless advocate for Springfield, he graciously shared his perspective on local issues and politics; and WHEREAS, Rick Renninger's influence was evident in many ways; he enjoyed talking about the community, liked keeping an eye on the neighborhood, and willingly shared his knowledge and the history of a rapidly growing and changing part of the Commonwealth; and WHEREAS, other institutions that benefited from Rick Renninger's advice and counsel were the Transportation Association of Greater Springfield, where he served on the board of directors, and Grace Presbyterian Church, where he was an ordained elder; and WHEREAS, the example set by Rick Renninger for his friends and neighbors demonstrates the value of becoming involved in local affairs and how individual efforts are crucial to establishing and promoting a sense of community, especially in a large and diverse area; and WHEREAS, predeceased by his son, David, Rick Renninger will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by his wife, Anne; children Helen and Dan, and their families; and many other family members, friends, and neighbors; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby note with great sadness the loss of Frederick A. Renninger, Jr., a dedicated civic leader and former president of the Springfield Civic Association; and, be it RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the family of Frederick A. Renninger, Jr., as an expression of the General Assembly's respect for his memory. |
