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14103984D
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 269
Offered February 4, 2014
Celebrating the life of Dr. Michael G. Basham.
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Patron-- Kilgore
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WHEREAS, Dr. Michael G. Basham of Wise, a former superintendent of schools in Scott and Wise Counties, died on January 11, 2014; and

WHEREAS, Michael Basham, a native of Shawsville, graduated from Christiansburg High School and earned degrees from Emory and Henry College and the University of Virginia; and

WHEREAS, during a long and productive career in education, Michael Basham always worked to put the needs of students, staff, and administration at the forefront; he was an effective leader who ably provided guidance and insight to students, school employees, and school board members; and

WHEREAS, Michael Basham had extensive experience in public school administration and was noted for his success in raising the academic achievement of students in the Wise County Public Schools; as a pioneer in education, he also was a strong advocate of empowerment through education; and

WHEREAS, in addition to leading school systems in two counties in Southwest Virginia, Michael Basham had been superintendent of schools in Lunenburg County; Clinton, North Carolina; and Hertford County, North Carolina, where he was called out of retirement to lead the school system; and

WHEREAS, Michael Basham enjoyed fellowship and worship at the Wise First Church of God; he was also an Eagle Scout, a Mason, and a member of the Wise Kiwanis Club, and had proudly served the nation as a soldier in the United States Army; and

WHEREAS, with a love of family, football, and friends, Michael Basham was known as a gentle giant and a friend to all he met; his accomplishments were many and he also generously supported and encouraged the best in others; and

WHEREAS, Michael Basham will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by his loving wife of 50 years, Betty Jo; his children, Chris and Michelle, and their families; and many other family members, friends, and colleagues; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, the Senate concurring, That the General Assembly hereby note with great sadness the loss of Dr. Michael G. Basham, an outstanding educator and a dedicated public servant; 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 Dr. Michael G. Basham as an expression of the General Assembly’s respect for his memory.