2026 SESSION
ENROLLED
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 113
Commending Beatrice Black.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 12, 2026
WHEREAS, Beatrice Black, a vibrant member of the Chesapeake community who has made numerous contributions to others through her civic involvement, celebrated her 90th birthday on February 14, 2026; and
WHEREAS, born in 1936, Beatrice Black has witnessed countless historical events over the course of her life, from World War II and the civil rights movement to the Moon landing and the dawn of the Internet era; and
WHEREAS, Beatrice Black grew up in Concord, North Carolina, where she attended Logan High School; and
WHEREAS, Beatrice Black was married to the late Willie J. Black for many years and supported his career as a drill sergeant in the United States Army, becoming involved with Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Disabled American Veterans, and other veterans organizations; and
WHEREAS, after living in New Jersey for more than four decades, Beatrice Black settled in Chesapeake and has continued to uphold her lifelong dedication to community service; and
WHEREAS, in addition to becoming a life member of the VFW, Beatrice Black has provided her wisdom and insightful leadership to the Order of the Eastern Star, the Red Hatters High Steppers of Chesapeake, the Busy Bees Senior Club, and the Seniors Ministry at New Hope Baptist Church; and