Honoring the Legacy of Harry Collins:

Former Lung Transplant Foundation President Celebrated by the Senate of Virginia

We proudly share the announcement that the former President of the Lung Transplant Foundation, Harry Collins, was posthumously honored with a Senate Joint Resolution by the Senate of Virginia. This prestigious resolution celebrates his life, his dedicated service as a community leader, and his unwavering advocacy for organ transplant recipients.

Harry turned his personal health challenges into a mission of hope. Under his leadership, the Lung Transplant Foundation expanded its reach, raising vital awareness for organ donation and providing a roadmap of support for patients and families walking a similar path.

Below, you can read the full honors and text attributed to Harry by the General Assembly of Virginia.

Senate Joint Resolution No. 294: Celebrating the Life of the Honorable Harry Fleisher Collins, Jr.
Patron: Suetterlein

Agreed to by the Senate: March 11, 2026

Agreed to by the House of Delegates: March 12, 2026

WHEREAS, the Honorable Harry Fleisher Collins, Jr., a dedicated Christiansburg community leader and tireless advocate for organ transplant recipients, died on March 1, 2026; and

WHEREAS, Harry Collins’ great enthusiasm for the community was recognized by his Christiansburg neighbors when they elected him to Town Council; and

WHEREAS, among his many contributions to the Town of Christiansburg, Harry Collins played an integral role in the development and realization of Huckleberry Park, a landmark project that provides recreational opportunities and improves the quality of life for families throughout the region; and

WHEREAS, Harry Collins was an active member of the Montgomery County Republican Committee where he happily organized local campaign efforts and enthusiastically introduced his neighbors to candidates; and

WHEREAS, following his own profound health journey, Harry Collins turned his personal challenges into a mission of hope, serving as President of the Lung Transplant Foundation; and

WHEREAS, in his leadership role with the Lung Transplant Foundation, Harry Collins advocated tirelessly for patients and their families, working to raise awareness for organ donation and providing a roadmap of support for those walking a similar path; and

WHEREAS, Harry Collins’ life was defined by his enthusiasm for the community, compassion, and his resilience; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED by the Senate, the House of Delegates concurring, That the General Assembly hereby celebrate the life and contributions of the Honorable Harry Fleisher Collins, Jr., a dedicated Christiansburg community leader and tireless advocate for organ transplant recipients; and, be it

RESOLVED FURTHER, That the Clerk of the Senate prepare a copy of this resolution for presentation to the family of the Honorable Harry Fleisher Collins, Jr., as an expression of the General Assembly’s respect for his memory and gratitude for his years of service to the Town of Christiansburg and the Commonwealth.

Susan Clarke Schaar
Clerk of the Senate