SR 2024 — Celebrating the life of Charles Morris Hileman.

+ 2026 SPECIAL SESSION I + + + INTRODUCEDENROLLED + + 26200049D+ SENATE RESOLUTION NO.

2024 I+ OfferedE May+ 6, 2026 N Celebrating the life of Charles Morris Hileman.

TN —————+ Patron—Deeds+ R —————+ + O Agreed to by the Senate, June 22, 2026 L WHEREAS, Charles Morris Hileman, a highly admired resident of Rockbridge County who touched L countless lives through his legacy of professional achievements and commitment to service, died on April 6, 2026;

and UE WHEREAS, born in Lexington, Charles “Charlie” Hileman lived most of his life on his family farm in CD Rockbridge County, developing a strong work ethic, a passion for the community, and a wide range of skill sets that defined his varied career;

and E WHEREAS, after graduating from Rockbridge High School and earning an associate degree from Dabney S.

Lancaster Community College, now Mountain Gateway Community College, Charlie Hileman briefly D worked at Norfolk Naval Shipyard but ultimately returned to the Shenandoah Valley to raise a family with his wife of 49 years, Darlene;

and WHEREAS, Charlie and Darlene Hileman built and managed numerous successful businesses over the years, most notably the Hileman Tire Company, where countless local residents, students, and tourists were S inspired by Charlie's mantra:

and R WHEREAS, Charlie Hileman finished his career in real estate, having earned admiration from peers and 2 colleagues for his comprehensive knowledge of the land in Rockbridge County, a testament to his deep roots 2 and lifelong dedication to serving the community;

and E R WHEREAS, Charlie Hileman enjoyed hunting, fishing, and any opportunity to spend time in the great R outdoors;

he was also a champion for agriculture in Rockbridge County and proudly took part in many 4-H 2 and Future Farmers of America activities with his children;

and 0 WHEREAS, Charlie Hileman will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by his beloved wife, 4 Darlene;