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Board recognizes Marvin Sherlock Holmes, Janie L. Lane (90), and Cypress Baptist Church (160th anniversary)
Summary
The Surry County Board read and approved three ceremonial resolutions honoring the life of former Chairman Marvin Sherlock Holmes (d. 02/01/2026), recognizing Janie L. Lane on her 90th birthday, and commemorating Cypress Baptist Church's approximate 160th anniversary and receipt of a Virginia historical highway marker.
The board read and approved three resolutions during the consent portion of the meeting. Chairman Pierce read a resolution honoring the life and public service of Marvin Sherlock Holmes, a long-serving member and former chairman of the Surry County Board of Supervisors, noting his election in 1971 and decades of civic leadership.
Supervisor Hardy read a resolution recognizing Janie L. Lane for reaching 90 years of age on July 6, 2026, praising her community involvement and church participation. Supervisor Drew read a resolution commending Cypress Baptist Church on its approximately 160th anniversary (founded in 1866) and the congregation's receipt of a Virginia historical highway marker; staff said a marker unveiling is scheduled for March 22.
The board asked the family and representatives to come forward and directed that copies of the resolutions be presented to the honorees and entered into county records.
