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2017 SESSION


HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 336
Celebrating the life of Arlie Collier, Jr.

 

Agreed to by the House of Delegates, January 27, 2017

 

WHEREAS, Arlie Collier, Jr., a hardworking coal miner in Pound and a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, died on October 13, 2016; and

WHEREAS, Arlie Collier was a loyal employee of Alpha Natural Resources and worked in the coal industry for 43 years, including 30 years as lead foreman at a Paramont Coal Company surface mine; and

WHEREAS, a dedicated leader, Arlie Collier earned the respect and admiration of his miners, and he was a trusted mentor to many young miners; and

WHEREAS, in addition to spending time with his beloved family, Arlie Collier enjoyed riding his motorcycle and golfing; and

WHEREAS, Arlie Collier will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his loving wife of 44 years, Vivian; daughters, Holly and Heather, and their families; 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 Arlie Collier, Jr., a hardworking coal miner and a devoted family man in Pound; 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 Arlie Collier, Jr., as an expression of the House of Delegates’ respect for his memory.