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HR466 • 2026

Celebrating the life of John W. Graham.

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This bill passed the Legislature and reached final enactment based on the latest official action.

Sponsor
Glass
Last action
2026-03-13
Official status
Passed
Effective date
Not listed

Plain English Breakdown

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Honoring John W. Graham

This bill honors John W. Graham, a veteran and community member who lived in Virginia Beach.

What This Bill Does

  • Recognizes the death of John W. Graham on May 22, 2025.
  • Praises his service to the United States Navy for 22 years during the Vietnam War.
  • Commends his work as a master welder after retiring from the navy.
  • Acknowledges his contributions to Glenwood Elementary School in retirement.

Who It Names or Affects

  • John W. Graham's family and friends
  • The Virginia Beach community

Terms To Know

House of Delegates
A part of the Virginia state legislature that makes laws.

Limits and Unknowns

  • Does not provide specific details on how to celebrate John W. Graham's life.
  • The bill does not include any financial support or benefits for his family.

Bill History

  1. 2026-03-13 House

    Engrossed by House

  2. 2026-03-13 House

    Agreed to by House

  3. 2026-03-12 House

    Presented and laid on Speaker's table 26109251D

Official Summary Text

Celebrating the life of John W. Graham.

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Celebrating the life of John W. Graham.

WHEREAS, John W. Graham, an honorable veteran, accomplished welder and tradesman, devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and beloved member of the Virginia Beach community, died on May 22, 2025; and

WHEREAS, John Graham served his country with honor and distinction for 22 years in the United States Navy, including during the Vietnam War, and he retired as hull maintenance technician 1st class; and

WHEREAS, following his service, John Graham continued to work as a master welder for more than two decades with a number of shipbuilding and repair companies around the world; and

WHEREAS, in retirement, John Graham served his community at Glenwood Elementary School, bringing joy, encouragement, and support to the school's students and faculty; and

WHEREAS, John Graham could reliably be found manning the grill at holiday gatherings and barbecues, and he was happiest of all when making cherished memories with family and loved ones; and

WHEREAS, John Graham will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by his wife of nearly 60 years, Martha; his daughter, Kim, and her family; 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 John W. Graham, whose quiet strength, boundless kindness, and unwavering wisdom inspired all who knew him; 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 John W. Graham as an expression of the House of Delegates' respect for his memory.