HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 1
(By Delegate Holstein)
[Introduced January 12, 2022.]
Requesting the Division of Highways name bridge number 03-001/00-008.66 () (03A004), locally known as Falling Rock Br 8.66, carrying CR 1 over Falling Rock Creek in Boone County, the “Alex Perdue Memorial Bridge”.
Whereas, Alex Perdue was born June 2, 2005, in Ashford, West Virginia, to Dema and Ben Perdue; and
Whereas, Alex Perdue attended Ashford Rumble Elementary School, in Ashford, West Virginia, and Sherman Jr. High School in Seth, West Virginia; and
Whereas, Alex was known for his love of hunting and sports; Alex was always happy to help anyone with anything and did so with a smile and a happy heart; and
Whereas, Alex Perdue was fatally wounded in an ATV accident at the young age of 14, leaving behind family, friends, and a community who adored him; and
Whereas, Alex Perdue, died on Saturday, January 11, 2020, and his outgoing personality and kindness has been greatly missed by the community; and
Whereas, It is fitting that an enduring memorial be established to commemorate the life of Alex Perdue and his contributions to our state and country; therefore, be it
Resolved by the Legislature of West Virginia:
That the Division of Highways is hereby requested to name bridge number 03-001/00-008.66 () (03A004), locally known as Falling Rock Br 8.66, carrying CR 1 over Falling Rock Creek in Boone County, the “Alex Perdue Memorial Bridge”; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Division of Highways is hereby requested to have made and be placed signs identifying the bridge as the “Alex Perdue Memorial Bridge”; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk of the House forward a copy of this resolution to the Commissioner of the Division of Highways.