Bill Text: VA HR354 | 2019 | Regular Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Celebrating the life of Wesley Charles Lipicky.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2019-02-21 - Bill text as passed House (HR354ER) [HR354 Detail]
Download: Virginia-2019-HR354-Enrolled.html
WHEREAS, Wesley Charles Lipicky, a beloved nine-year-old member of the Alexandria community who shared his happiness, joy, thoughtfulness, and sense of wonder with everyone he met, died on May 18, 2018; and
WHEREAS, Wesley Lipicky was a caring friend who went out of his way to help his classmates and make everyone feel included in activities; he frequently earned gold stars for good behavior and other school awards; and
WHEREAS, an exceptional student, Wesley Lipicky had hoped to one day follow in the footsteps of his maternal grandparents and attend The College of William & Mary, and he enjoyed many family outings to Williamsburg; and
WHEREAS, Wesley Lipicky was a valued teammate on his soccer and baseball teams and was committed to achieving success on a local diving team, participating in off-season programs to hone his skills; and
WHEREAS, Wesley Lipicky's caring and compassionate nature extended to animals; he enjoyed learning about all animals, but was especially interested in the African penguin and wanted to help protect the endangered species; and
WHEREAS, Wesley Lipicky is fondly remembered and greatly missed by his parents, Josh and Amy Lipicky; his grandparents, Lynn and Sallie Dievendorf and Janet Lee Lipicky; 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 Wesley Charles Lipicky; 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 Wesley Charles Lipicky as an expression of the House of Delegates' respect for his memory.
