WHEREAS, Gary Douglas Creed, an esteemed public servant and beloved member of the Shawsville community, died on January 28, 2021; and

WHEREAS, Gary Creed preached the importance of hard work all his life and demonstrated a commitment to his principles by working tirelessly at Shelor Motor Mile in Christiansburg for many years; and

WHEREAS, Gary Creed was an active and engaged member of his community who served on the Montgomery County Board of Supervisors for 15 years and supported family, friends, and neighbors in various ways; and

WHEREAS, as a youth basketball coach, Gary Creed contributed greatly to the success of many young athletes both on and off the court, encouraging them to embrace opportunities and achieve their dreams; and

WHEREAS, guided throughout his life by his deep and abiding faith, Gary Creed performed in his church's choir and enjoyed fellowship with his community; and

WHEREAS, Gary Creed will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by his loving wife, Linda; his children, Tim and Niki, and their families; and numerous other family members and friends; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Delegates hereby note with great sadness the loss of Gary Douglas Creed, a cherished member of the Shawsville community whose unwavering kindness and generosity touched countless lives; 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 Gary Douglas Creed as an expression of the House of Delegates' respect for his memory.