Bill Text: VA HJR484 | 2018 | Regular Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Celebrating the life of Vivian Conway Mason.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 4-0)
Status: (Passed) 2018-03-09 - Bill text as passed House and Senate (HJ484ER) [HJR484 Detail]
Download: Virginia-2018-HJR484-Enrolled.html
WHEREAS, Vivian Conway Mason, a passionate educator and a beloved wife, mother, and friend in the Richmond community, died on June 8, 2017; and
WHEREAS, a lifelong resident of Richmond, Vivian Mason grew up in the historic Jackson Ward neighborhood and graduated from Maggie L. Walker High School; she earned a bachelor's degree from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and conducted graduate studies at VCU, Hampton University, and Virginia Union University; and
WHEREAS, specializing in early childhood education and special education, Vivian Mason taught in Richmond Public Schools for 40 years, giving countless students a strong foundation for lifelong learning and inspiring them to become active citizens of the Commonwealth; and
WHEREAS, respected among her peers, Vivian Mason was a leader in the Richmond Education Association and served as a delegate to the Virginia Education Association and the National Education Association; and
WHEREAS, Vivian Mason was a staunch advocate for children, and she brought joy to others through her vibrant personality, sharp wit, and commitment to service; and
WHEREAS, Vivian Mason will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by her devoted husband of 55 years, Eugene; her children, Yevette and Eugene, and their families; 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 Vivian Conway Mason; 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 Vivian Conway Mason as an expression of the General Assembly's respect for her memory.