The resolution, introduced on February 14, 2025, requests the Division of Highways to designate a section of War Ridge Road, from the intersection with Ballengee Road in Summers County to the intersection with Little Stoney Creek Road in Monroe County, as the "U.S. Army Private First Class Frank Maddy Memorial Road." This honor is in memory of Frank Lee Maddy, a local resident who served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was killed in action during the Battle of Corregidor in the Philippines on February 19, 1945. Maddy's military service included training as a Paratrooper and deployment with the 503rd Parachute Infantry Regiment, which was the first airborne regiment to fight in the Pacific.
The resolution emphasizes the importance of establishing a lasting tribute to Private First Class Frank Maddy for his sacrifices and contributions to both the state of West Virginia and the nation. It also calls for the installation of signs at both ends of the designated road section to officially mark it as the "U.S. Army Private First Class Frank Maddy Memorial Road." Additionally, the resolution directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy to the Commissioner of the Division of Highways to facilitate the implementation of this memorial.