[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 174 (Tuesday, November 25, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2464]
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                           PEARL COLEMAN KIDD

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                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 25, 2003

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I appreciate this 
opportunity to tell my colleagues about a proud American and a beloved 
Dallas resident: Pearl Coleman Kidd. Mrs. Kidd was well known to 
generations of Dallas Metroplex residents who grew up coming to know 
and respect her for her remarkable contributions to our community.
  Pearl Coleman Kidd was born in 1922 in Pulaski, Tennessee. After 
marrying Foster Kidd, the couple moved to Dallas in 1953. Two of our 
nation's core values, family and community, were also central 
commitments for Pearl Coleman Kidd. She loved Foster Kidd, her husband 
of 50 years. They rejoiced in their daughters Cheryl Kidd and Dr. 
Jocelyn Kidd of Dallas. Mrs. Kidd was also an active community 
volunteer. She was a devoted member of the New Hope Baptist Church.
  It was through her endeavors in our community that Mrs. Kidd was able 
to volunteer in many Dallas Metroplex organizations. She received 
numerous awards for her contributions.
  Mr. Speaker, Mrs. Kidd was an American treasure. Throughout her long 
life she gave tirelessly of herself for the advancement of her race and 
of all persons in need. Mrs. Kidd passed on October 16, 2003. Though 
our community is diminished by her loss, I ask that my colleagues join 
me, her family, and friends, in celebrating the remarkable life of this 
woman who truly symbolized our community and America at its best.

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