As Adopted by the House

136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 378

2025-2026

Representative Miller, K.

A R E S O L U T I O N

In memory of Captain Seth R. Koval.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio extend our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Captain Seth R. Koval in their bereavement; and

WHEREAS, Seth Koval was a truly unforgettable man whose words and actions endeared him to everyone who knew him. A remarkable person who understood kindness, joy, generosity, and loyalty and knew how to communicate his beliefs and share his strengths, he confronted challenges and adversity with an admirable spirit, and the legacy of care and commitment he established will surely live on; and

WHEREAS, A former member of the Indiana Air National Guard, Seth Koval joined the Ohio Air National Guard in 2017, where he quickly gained a reputation as an excellent pilot and instructor, and he was taking part in Operation Epic Fury as a member of the 121st Air Refueling Wing when he was killed in the line of duty. Indeed, he was devoted to our country, and the ultimate sacrifice that he made to defend the ideals of democracy will stand as a monument to his personal character; and

WHEREAS, Seth Koval’s selfless dedication to the welfare of others distinguished him as an outstanding human being and a leading citizen. It is our sincere hope that his memory will be a source of comfort to those who loved and cherished him, including his wife, Heather; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, pay tribute to the memory of Captain Seth R. Koval; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the family of Captain Seth R. Koval.