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2021 SPECIAL SESSION II

21300343D
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 820
Offered August 4, 2021
Commending Barbara Ann Evans Gates.
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Patrons-- McQuinn and Bagby
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WHEREAS, Barbara Ann Evans Gates, a highly admired member of the Richmond community, celebrated her 80th birthday in 2021; and

WHEREAS, born on July 21, 1941, Barbara “Bobbie” Ann Evans Gates grew up in Richmond and graduated from Armstrong High School; and

WHEREAS, Bobbie Gates continued her education at Virginia Union University, where she met her husband, the late Bennie C. Gates, Jr.; the couple was married in 1965 and were blessed with four children and three grandchildren; and

WHEREAS, throughout her life, Bobbie Gates has been guided by her deep faith, and she has inspired others through her grace and generosity; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the House of Delegates, That Barbara Ann Evans Gates hereby be commended on the occasion of her 80th birthday; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the House of Delegates prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to Barbara Ann Evans Gates as an expression of the House of Delegates’ admiration for her contributions to her community and best wishes.