[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 44 (Wednesday, March 14, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E547]
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                     IN MEMORY OF BOBBY HILDEBRAND

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                             HON. MIKE ROSS

                              of arkansas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 14, 2007

  Mr. ROSS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of my dear 
friend Bobby Hildebrand of Camden, Arkansas, who passed away February 
24, 2007.
  Bobby Hildebrand and his family grocery store, Harvey's Grocery 
Store, were South Arkansas institutions. Bobby was a businessman, a 
landowner and the proud owner of Harvey's Grocery in Camden, one of 
Arkansas's legendary political landmarks. Bobby made Harvey's Grocery a 
famous gathering spot for Arkansas politicians, business leaders and 
residents of South Arkansas who had a love of good food, heated debate 
and friendship.
  Bobby became known for his locally famous barbecue as much as his 
generous heart. Each time I drove through Camden, my car always wanted 
to veer to Harvey's Grocery where I knew I would find good food and 
great conversation with a man I truly looked up to and admired. I was 
privileged to have witnessed first hand the effect Bobby's big smile 
had on visitors of his store and friends who needed someone to listen. 
Above all else, I am blessed to have been able to call Bobby a dear 
friend.
  Bobby talked endlessly about how politics could be a good and noble 
profession and how a career in public service could positively affect 
the lives of thousands. His love of politics helped inspire me and many 
others to seek elected office and for that, I am forever grateful.
  I send my deepest condolences to his wife, Pat of Camden; his brother 
Harvey Hildebrand of Louisiana; and his sister Dorothy Herrington of 
Camden. Bobby Hildebrand will be greatly missed in Camden, Ouachita 
County and throughout the state of Arkansas, and I am truly saddened by 
this loss.

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