[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 85 (Wednesday, June 11, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1218]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     HONORING THE 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF JOSEPH AND CLARA LEE

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                            HON. BART GORDON

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 11, 2003

  Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Joseph and 
Clara Lee for 50 years of marriage, a remarkable milestone and 
testament to their love for each other. The Nashville, Tennessee, 
couple will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on July 12.
  Joseph and Clara's marriage has been blessed. They have five 
children, six grandchildren, one great-grandchild, five step-
grandchildren and six step-great-grandchildren, as well as countless 
friends. The Lees place a strong emphasis on family and friends, which 
is evident in their everyday deeds. And they made sure each of their 
children had the opportunity to get a college education, with all five 
receiving college degrees. And they have striven to help friends in any 
way they could.
  Joseph was a longtime educator and counseled many children during his 
work with several youth programs over the years. Clara helped countless 
people during her work as a nurse. Both are very active in their church 
and community and have garnered a wealth of respect along the way.
  I cordially congratulate Joseph and Clara for their commitment to one 
another, their family and their community. All of us should follow the 
example of Joseph and Clara, whose entire existence exudes compassion, 
loyalty and service to others. I wish them the very best on their 50th 
wedding anniversary and hope more of us can follow in their footsteps.

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