Bill Text: VA HJR482 | 2018 | Regular Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Celebrating the life of Philip Madison Griffin.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 4-0)
Status: (Passed) 2018-03-09 - Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ482ER) [HJR482 Detail]
Download: Virginia-2018-HJR482-Enrolled.html
WHEREAS, Philip Madison Griffin, a beloved member of the Richmond community who inspired others through his courage and grace, died on November 17, 2017; and
WHEREAS, Philip Griffin attended Richmond Public Schools, where he was well-liked by both teachers and his fellow students and received many awards and accolades; he graduated from the Richmond Career Education and Employment Academy on June 8, 2017; and
WHEREAS, Philip Griffin was a devoted fan of the Virginia Tech Hokies and he participated in bowling, basketball, tennis, and track and field through the Special Olympics; he played baseball and basketball with the Jacob's Chance Buddy Ball program; and
WHEREAS, Philip Griffin enjoyed fellowship and worship with the congregation of Fifth Baptist Church, where he was active in the Children's Church and the Nursery Ministry; he was also an active member of the Midlothian Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, Philip Griffin brought joy to everyone he met through his bright smile and infectious laughter, and he inspired family, friends, and members of the community through his bravery; and
WHEREAS, Philip Griffin will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his parents, Indy and Barry; siblings, Barry, Jr., and Alliyah; and numerous other family members and friends; 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 Philip Madison Griffin; 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 Philip Madison Griffin as an expression of the General Assembly's respect for his memory.
