Statement of House Speaker Kirk Cox on the Retirement of Delegate Gordon Helsel

Virginia House of Delegates Speaker Kirk Cox (R-Colonial Heights) issued the following statement on the retirement of Delegate Gordon Helsel….

“Gordon’s service to his country and to our Commonwealth started long before he ever stepped foot in the House Chamber. As the recipient of a bronze star and two purple hearts for his time in combat in the Vietnam War, Gordon is the epitome of a true American hero.

“Gordon has dedicated his time in the House of Delegates to focusing on veteran issues, improving our school system, and protecting the watermen of the Eastern Shore.

“It has truly been an honor to serve with Gordon in the Virginia House of Delegates since 2011. He will be greatly missed in the House of Delegates but I know he and his wife Joyce are looking forward to this next chapter in their life.”

Background:
– Daily Press:  Helsel retires from House of Delegates