WHEREAS, Walter Hammersley, a highly admired member of the Springfield community, celebrates his 100th birthday in 2021; and

WHEREAS, born on October 8, 1921, Walter Hammersley was a firsthand witness to countless significant events in the 20th century, from the Great Depression and World War II to the dawn of the Internet era; and

WHEREAS, during World War II, Walter Hammersley served the nation as a member of the United States Navy; and

WHEREAS, after returning home to the Commonwealth, Walter Hammersley became one of the original homeowners in the Crestwood community of Springfield; and

WHEREAS, Walter Hammersley relishes every opportunity to share his lifetime of wise insights and sage guidance with family members and friends; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Walter Hammersley hereby be commended on the occasion of his 100th birthday; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Walter Hammersley as an expression of the House of Delegates' admiration for his contributions to his community.