Celebrating the life of Lonnie M. Janes.

Plain English Breakdown

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Honoring Lonnie M. Janes

This legislation honors the life and contributions of Lonnie M. Janes, a respected member of the Richmond community.

What This Bill Does

• Recognizes the death of Lonnie M. Janes in October 2025.
• Highlights his education at Ruthville High School and employment history with Smurfit-Stone Container Corporation and Deluxe Check Printers.
• Acknowledges his service to the United States Army during the Vietnam War.
• Notes his long-standing membership at St. John Baptist Church.
• Expresses sadness over his passing and respect for his memory.

Who It Names or Affects

• The family of Lonnie M. Janes
• Members of the Richmond community who knew him

Terms To Know

WHEREAS

A clause used to introduce facts or circumstances that support a resolution.

RESOLVED

A statement expressing an official opinion or decision.

Limits and Unknowns

• The bill does not provide specific details on how the presentation will be made to Lonnie M. Janes' family.
• It does not include any financial provisions for honoring Lonnie M. Janes.

Official Summary Text

Celebrating the life of Lonnie M. Janes.

Current Bill Text

Celebrating the life of Lonnie M. Janes.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 10, 2026
WHEREAS, Lonnie M. Janes, a highly admired member of the Richmond community, died on October 25, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Lonnie Janes grew up in Charles City County and attended the former Ruthville High School, graduating with the Class of 1964; and
WHEREAS, after graduating high school, Lonnie Janes was employed by Smurfit-Stone Container Corporation, a major manufacturer of paperboard and paper-based packaging; and
WHEREAS, Lonnie Janes served the nation during the Vietnam War as a member of the United States Army, then returned to Smurfit-Stone Container Corporation and subsequently joined Deluxe Check Printers, where he worked from 1972 until his retirement in 2000; and
WHEREAS, Lonnie Janes began his journey in faith at a young age when he was baptized at St. John Baptist Church and remained an active and loyal member of the congregation throughout his life; and
WHEREAS, Lonnie Janes will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his devoted wife of 57 years, Patricia, 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 Lonnie M. Janes; 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 Lonnie M. Janes as an expression of the House of Delegates' respect for his memory.