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HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 951
Celebrating the life of Baylies Brewster.

 

Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 25, 2015
Agreed to by the Senate, February 26, 2015

 

WHEREAS, Baylies Brewster of Norfolk, who worked for Style Weekly in Richmond and the Virginian-Pilot newspaper in Norfolk, former dean of students at Hollins College who was a mentor to many alumnae, a woman of faith, and a devoted mother and grandmother, died on February 1, 2015; and

WHEREAS, in 1957, Baylies Brewster graduated from Hollins College, now known as Hollins University; she was active in many areas of college life—a member of two sports teams, president of the first Hollins Abroad group, and president of the Student Government Association in her senior year; and

WHEREAS, Baylies Brewster returned to work for Hollins College in 1969 as associate dean of students and later became dean of students; she was well-regarded by students and staff for her dedication to promoting what was best for the students and the school; and

WHEREAS, an effective administrator and mentor, Baylies Brewster developed many student services and activities programs, especially the highly regarded Hollins Outdoor Program; a lecture fund was established in her name in honor of her many contributions to Hollins College; and

WHEREAS, Baylies Brewster left her position at her alma mater in 1984 to pursue a master’s degree from Simmons College; she then worked for Style Weekly in Richmond and the Virginian-Pilot newspaper in Norfolk; and

WHEREAS, after retiring in 2005, Baylies Brewster became involved in many areas of community life; she enjoyed worship and fellowship at Christ and St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, where she served on the church vestry and was a Stephen’s Minister; and

WHEREAS, Baylies Brewster also looked forward to being with friends at her Thursday morning church group and at monthly book club gatherings; she very much enjoyed walks to the gym and was devoted to her two dachshunds; and

WHEREAS, Baylies Brewster will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by many family members and friends; 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 Baylies Brewster of Norfolk, who worked for Style Weekly and the Virginian-Pilot newspaper, former dean of students at Hollins College and a mentor for many alumnae, a woman of faith, and a devoted mother and grandmother; 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 Baylies Brewster as an expression of the General Assembly’s respect for her memory.