VA HJR271

House Joint Resolution celebrating the life of Wayne Oliver Pryor, a Chester community member and musician who died on February 24, 2025

Pryor was a studio musician and drummer who performed with several bands including The Marvin Taylor Experience, Lance Manley Band, and PumpHouse Blues, appearing at FloydFest and on local television

Served as a sought-after drum instructor who mentored two generations of drummers and musicians throughout the region

Dedicated father of three daughters who served as PTA president at John B. Cary Elementary School and volunteered with Richmond-area education reform programs

Resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Delegates to prepare a copy for presentation to his family, including his partner Gayle Oneal