2026 SESSION
ENROLLED
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 38
Commending Elwood Lambert.
Agreed to by the House of Delegates, February 2, 2026
WHEREAS, Elwood Lambert, a distinguished resident of Giles County, has served and safeguarded members of the community as a leader in the Narrows Fire Department for more than 50 years; and
WHEREAS, Elwood Lambert joined the Narrows Fire Department in 1975 and has held every major leadership role, including engineer, assistant captain, captain, chief, and president; he has worked diligently to ensure that his firefighters have access to the latest training and equipment and advocated for enhancements to keep them safe in the course of their duties; and
WHEREAS, in addition to responding to a wide range of fires, medical emergencies, and other crisis situations, Elwood Lambert has increased community engagement through outreach programs, such as a local blood drive and school visits to discuss fire safety with children; and
WHEREAS, Elwood Lambert has provided incomparable mentorship to younger firefighters and has been a trusted and reliable friend to every member of the department; and
WHEREAS, outside of his contributions to the community as a firefighter, Elwood Lambert has enjoyed a 30-year career with Celanese Corporation, where he has earned accolades for his leadership and dedication; and
WHEREAS, Elwood Lambert's greatest joy in life is his beloved family; he has instilled the values of kindness, patience, and integrity in his children, Michael and Katie, and he can often be found supporting his grandchildren at sporting events and activities; and