2026 SESSION
ENROLLED
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 295
Celebrating the life of Charles Arthur Krouse.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, March 10, 2026
WHEREAS, Charles Arthur Krouse, a devoted husband, father, community leader, and lifelong volunteer, died on August 29, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service, generosity, and compassion that deeply enriched the Town of Vienna and the Commonwealth; and
WHEREAS, born to Arthur and Anna Krouse on October 26, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, Charles “Chuck” Arthur Krouse grew up with strong values of perseverance and optimism that guided him throughout a long and productive life; and
WHEREAS, after earning a degree in journalism from the University of Iowa, Chuck Krouse distinguished himself as a reporter with United Press before being recruited to serve his country through the Central Intelligence Agency's Foreign Broadcast Information Service, where he served during pivotal moments in world history, including the Cuban Missile Crisis; and
WHEREAS, Chuck Krouse subsequently worked for the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association, then as staff to the United States House Committee on Public Works and Transportation, gaining daily insight into the legislative process while maintaining a steadfast commitment to family and community; and
WHEREAS, a longtime resident of Vienna, Chuck Krouse was deeply involved in civic life as a Little League baseball coach and Cub Scout leader, modeling integrity, kindness, and civic responsibility for his children and other young people in the community; and
WHEREAS, Chuck Krouse and his wife of 63 years, Mary Lou, were dedicated members of Wesley United Methodist Church in Vienna, where they volunteered on numerous committees and played an integral role in the life and success of the congregation; and