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This resolution commends Stella D. Garcia on her 100th birthday, recognizing her significant contributions to the Commonwealth of Virginia. It highlights her journey from Texas to Virginia in 1950 as a military spouse, her long-time residency in Arlington, and her dedicated involvement in her community and faith, particularly her commitment to St. Thomas More Church (now the Cathedral of St. Thomas More) and her career in education at St. Charles School and St. Ann School until her retirement in 2017. The resolution also celebrates her role as a devoted mother who raised seven children and her legacy as the matriarch of a large family, including 20 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, all of whom are inspired by her values of hard work, dedication, faith, resilience, and grace. The General Assembly, through this resolution, expresses its admiration for her life and wishes her continued health and happiness.