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VA SR86
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Barbara Favola
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AI Summary
- Ola Parker Willoughby, who died February 9, 2026, served 30 years as a civilian employee of the U.S. Marine Corps, retiring in 1976 as deputy director of the Decorations and Medals Division
- First African American to serve as an Equal Employment Opportunity officer for the USMC, where she helped implement EEO initiatives and assisted African Americans in obtaining positions and promotions
- Served on the Arlington County Civil Service Commission from 1978 to 1986, becoming the commission's first African American chair
- Active community leader who reactivated the Penrose Neighborhood Association, served on the Arlington County Retirement Board, and was a 78-year member of Mount Zion Baptist Church in Arlington
- The Senate of Virginia directs the Clerk to prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to her family
Legislative Description
Celebrating the life of Ola Parker Willoughby.
Last Action
Agreed to by Senate
3/5/2026
Full Bill Text
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