2026 SPECIAL SESSION I
ENROLLED
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 2094
Celebrating the life of Ernestine Inez Epps Shaw.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, June 22, 2026
WHEREAS, Ernestine Inez Epps Shaw, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and esteemed member of the Hopewell community, died on March 31, 2026, leaving a legacy of love, faith, and joy; and
WHEREAS, Ernestine Shaw graduated from the former J.E.J. Moore High School in Prince George County before embarking upon a successful career in the service industry; and
WHEREAS, after working first in Trenton, New Jersey, Ernestine Shaw later returned to the Commonwealth and supported a number of distinguished organizations and companies over the years, including the Prince George Country Club, Hewlett-Packard, and Reynolds Aluminum; and
WHEREAS, for 16 years, Ernestine Shaw worked tirelessly to care for and nourish the young people of Hopewell as a food services professional with Hopewell City Public Schools, endearing herself to countless students and families; and
WHEREAS, Ernestine Shaw was the consummate host and friend who embraced every opportunity to cook, fish, bowl, dance, care for the elderly, and, above all else, make cherished memories with family and loved ones; and
WHEREAS, Ernestine Shaw gave generously of her time to her community as a faithful member of the Radiant Temple #1200 of the Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks of the World, Inc.; and