[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 177 (Wednesday, December 2, 2009)]
[House]
[Page H13390]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING KEVIN LEE MITCHEM OF MATHEWS COUNTY, VIRGINIA

  (Mr. WITTMAN asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. WITTMAN. I rise today to pay tribute to Kevin Lee Mitchem. Kevin 
Mitchem was a proud Mathews County resident and a fervent supporter of 
public education, and he was committed to lending his time and 
knowledge to youth in the community. Kevin was a devoted husband to his 
beloved wife, Sara, and a dedicated father to their two children, 
Rachel and Daniel. As the owner of Mitchem Seafood, Kevin was a staunch 
supporter of watermen and the seafood industry.
  At the time of his passing, Kevin Mitchem was the chairman of the 
Mathews County Board of Supervisors, and prior to the chairmanship he 
served for 12 years as a board member. Additionally, he served on the 
Middle Peninsula Planning District Commission.
  Kevin was deeply involved in his community and dedicated much of his 
time and effort to serve the residents of Mathews County. Kevin Lee 
Mitchem was a true friend to all who knew him and will be greatly 
missed. He touched many people's lives and the work that he did for his 
community will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with his 
family and friends.

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