Richmond
City Council /
News Release
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Friday,
29 October 2021
A statement from Richmond City Council
Regarding
the passing of former
Governor of Virginia, Linwood Holton
Richmond, Virginia – “Richmond
City Council joins all Virginians in mourning the passing and honoring the life,
legacy, and service of The Honorable A. Linwood Holton, Jr., former Governor of
Virginia.
Council extends its heartfelt condolences
to Governor Holton’s family, friends, and loved ones and shares Richmond’s love
and support for peace and comfort now and in the days to come.
Governor Holton will long be remembered by Richmond residents,
Virginians, and all those who knew, loved, and cared about him for
his lifelong commitment to civil rights, racial equality, and public education.
Our city, Commonwealth, and nation are
better off, more equitable, and further along humanity’s moral arc due to his tremendous
dedication, hard work, and countless achievements on our behalf.”
