House Resolution 1066
By: Representatives Alexander of the 66th and New of the 40th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring Senior Chief Earnest C. Washington upon his retirement from the Department of
Veterans Affairs and prior decades-long service to the United States Navy; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS, Senior Chief Earnest C. Washington, a proud native of Savannah, Georgia, has
devoted a lifetime to service, leadership, and excellence, demonstrating an unwavering
commitment to both country and community; and
WHEREAS, after more than twenty years of honorable service in the United States Navy,
Mr. Washington retired, and later began his federal civilian career with the Department of
Veterans Affairs is 2008, as a Rating Veterans Service Representative, exemplifying that
service to Veterans was not merely a profession, but a lifelong calling; and
WHEREAS, throughout his tenure at the Atlanta Regional VA Office, Mr. Washington
distinguished himself as a respected leader, mentor, and advocate, progressing through
multiple leadership roles, including Assistant Coach, Coach, and ultimately, in April 2015,
promotion to Assistant Veterans Service Center Manager; and
WHEREAS, in every role, Mr. Washington made a lasting impact—strengthening
operations, mentoring staff, and upholding the highest standards of service for the men and
women who served our nation; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Washington's career reflects the highest ideals of servant leadership,
grounded in integrity, discipline, and a profound commitment to community; and
WHEREAS, his personal life mirrors his professional accomplishments, as he and his
devoted wife, Marcia Washington, a fellow Navy retiree and former VA Atlanta Regional
employee, have shared 36 years of marriage and nurtured a family committed to service and
leadership; and
WHEREAS, their three children and six grandchildren continue the family's legacy of service
and community engagement, further exemplifying the enduring impact of a family dedicated
to service, mentorship, and community contribution; and
WHEREAS, Senior Chief Washington officially retires on January 31, 2025, leaving behind
a legacy of integrity, leadership, and service, and entering a well-earned chapter with more
time to spend with family and loved ones; and
WHEREAS, his contributions to Veterans, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and the
community will be remembered for years to come.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body honor and commend Senior Chief Earnest C. Washington for his
extraordinary service to the United States Navy, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and the
community of Douglasville, Georgia, as well as extends their deepest gratitude to Senior
Chief Washington and his family for their unwavering dedication, exemplary leadership, and
lifelong commitment to service.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to
Senior Chief Washington.