SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 46
(By Senators White, Laird, Helmick and Kessler)
Recognizing James Fitzpatrick, dedicated public servant and
distinguished West Virginian.
Whereas, James Fitzpatrick has been a citizen of Richwood,
West Virginia, for the past 40 years; and
Whereas, James Fitzpatrick is married to his beloved wife
Joan, with whom he shares the joy of having two sons, Jaime and
Todd, and daughter Kelly, along with two grandchildren, Treston and
Tyler; and
Whereas, James Fitzpatrick has served the city of Richwood in
numerous capacities, including, as a council member and most
recently as recorder; and
Whereas, James Fitzpatrick has been an honorable business man,
church member and member of several boards which all aim to better
the lives of the citizens of Richwood and Nicholas County; and
Whereas, James Fitzpatrick has excelled in public service not
only locally, but on the state level as well, having worked with
the National Guard and most recently General Tackett, and every
Governor and First Lady since 1960; and
Whereas, James Fitzpatrick has been instrumental in securing
state funds which have improved the quality of life for the
citizens of Richwood and Nicholas County; and
Whereas, James Fitzpatrick has earned the respect of his
colleagues, the citizens he represents and all people who have
crossed his path during his many years of public service; and
Whereas, James Fitzpatrick's high degree of professional
integrity exemplifies the public's expectations for the conduct of
a public servant; therefore, be it
Resolved by the Senate:
That the Senate hereby recognizes James Fitzpatrick, dedicated
public servant and distinguished West Virginian; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Senate commends James Fitzpatrick
for his tireless work for the people of Richwood, Nicholas County
and West Virginia; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk is hereby directed to forward
a copy of this resolution to James Fitzpatrick.