RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – Barry DuVal, President & CEO of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce, released the following statement on the passing of former Lieutenant Governor John Hager.

“Virginia has lost a true statesman. During my time as Secretary of Commerce and Trade, I had the privilege of working closely with Lieutenant Governor Hager and saw firsthand his unparalleled commitment to the Commonwealth. No one outworked John and everyone he interacted with was better because of it.

“John Hager’s tireless dedication to the Commonwealth and nation earned him the respect and admiration of those on all sides of the political spectrum. His efforts to improve the Commonwealth will long outlast his public service. He continued his participation in civic life long after his time in office and could often be found at every event, meeting, conference, and public discussion. In fact, John has participated in almost every Virginia Chamber conference over the last thirty years and his presence was always something to look forward to. John also served as a member of the Board of Directors, for the Virginia Chamber of Commerce, during the 1990s and played a significant role in elevating the Chamber’s mission throughout Virginia.

“Above all, John was a devoted husband and father. My prayers are with his wife Maggie, his sons John and Henry, and their entire family. John‘s presence will be sorely missed and his impact on our Commonwealth will be felt for years to come.”

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