2026 SESSION
ENROLLED
HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 223
Celebrating the life of Wayne Cornelius Rapp.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 9, 2026
Agreed to by the Senate, March 11, 2026
WHEREAS, Wayne Cornelius Rapp, a dedicated first responder who served the residents of Hanover County with two local rescue squads and a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, died on February 19, 2026; and
WHEREAS, guided by his sincere desire to serve and support others in their time of greatest need, Wayne Rapp joined the West Hanover Volunteer Rescue Squad and the Ashland Volunteer Rescue Squad; and
WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp offered his insightful leadership to local and state rescue squad organizations, serving as a district vice president and former treasurer of the Virginia Association of First Responders; and
WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp also pursued a long career with SunTrust Bank, retiring after 45 years of service; and
WHEREAS, Wayne Rapp enjoyed fellowship and worship with the community as an active and supportive member of Shiloh United Methodist Church; and