[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 44 (Thursday, April 18, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E582]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING JEWELL FRANCES WELLS GOLDEN ON HER 90TH BIRTHDAY

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 18, 2002

  Mr. JEFF MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer a 
happy birthday to one of Northwest Florida's true matriarchs, Jewell 
Frances Wells Golden, who turned 90 years old on April 16, 2002.
  The daughter of one of the Northwest Florida's pioneering families 
and a true Panhandle native, Mrs. Golden has used her years to inspire 
and help shape our community in numerous ways. As a wife of 66 years to 
the late Albert Golden, their many business ventures can be felt all 
along the Gulf Coast. From humble beginnings, the two embarked upon 
undertakings that included a number of banks, oil companies, and a 
local newspaper. Along with these endeavors, side-by side, Mr. and Mrs. 
Golden founded the Church of the Living God in 1977, where she is still 
a devoted member.
  Mrs. Golden's influence reaches well beyond her business enterprises. 
Her impact earned her the 1970 ``Personality of the South'' and 1974 
``Florida Mother of the Year'' awards in recognition of her service to 
her community and state. Mrs. Golden was a delegate with the Florida 
Department of Agriculture with a mission to promote goodwill with other 
nations. She also served as director of Santa Rosa County's United Way 
from 1964-1965.
  Mrs. Golden is adored by a family of 3 children, 11 living 
grandchildren, 20 living great (grandchildren, and a thankful 
community. Through her example, we have all learned that hard work, 
dedication, and strong values will lead to success and happiness.
  On behalf of the United States Congress, I would like to wish this 
special woman the happiest of birthdays and many more to come. I offer 
my sincere thanks for all she has done for Northwest Florida.

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