[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 124 (Wednesday, September 17, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1771]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          A TRIBUTE TO BOB CARRIVEAU AND THE HONEYBEE STINGERS

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                             HON. DAVE CAMP

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 17, 1997

  Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize a group of 
individuals which exemplifies the meaning of the word ``altruistic.'' 
Bob Carriveau and the Honeybee Stingers are a group of seniors who have 
joined together to contribute more than just time to the people of 
Michigan's fourth Congressional District; they have dedicated their 
talents and their passion for music for everyone's enjoyment.
  On September 18, 1997, they will conduct their 1,600th performance 
for a charitable cause. Appropriately, this performance will take place 
on the Ellipse of the White House, which is viewed by many as a symbol 
of benevolence and leadership for our country.
  Bob Carriveau and the Honeybee Stingers have set their own standards 
of benevolence and leadership for all music groups to follow. Formed in 
1980, the band has created its own rich musical focus. They have been 
on the public airwaves for 7\1/2\ years and performed various times on 
live television. Six members of the band are in the Michigan Country 
Music Hall of Fame. The founders of the band, Bob and Wilma Carriveau, 
are the first couple ever to be inducted into this prominent society of 
musicians.
  Bob Carriveau and the Honeybee Stingers have their own lofty 
standards of conduct. Through highs and lows, this band has remained a 
symbol of humble sincerity and selfless commitment to helping others.
  The current 13 performers are: Bob and Wilma Carriveau, Phil and 
Joyce Leonard, Dale Haffer, Lonie Rummer, ``Singing'' Bill Winter, 
Howard Clark, Dilbert Collins, Paul Averill, Mike Hopkins, Jerry 
Mawhorter, and Jim Vickers.
  I would like to rise today to pay tribute to this outstanding group 
and thank them for their tremendous efforts to spread their love of 
music and desire to help others. Their selfless commitment and 
integrity has brought happiness and smiles to thousands of people. Mr. 
Speaker, please join me in thanking the outstanding entertainers, Bob 
Carriveau and the Honeybee Stingers.

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