[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 83 (Friday, May 28, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1002]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       IN HONOR OF MR. AND MRS. WILLIAM ROBERT AND BETTY CAMPBELL

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                           HON. LINCOLN DAVIS

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 28, 2010

  Mr. DAVIS of Tennessee. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor of Mr. 
and Mrs. William Robert ``Bob'' and Betty Grigsby Campbell of Franklin, 
Tennessee. They are long standing residents of the community which I 
represent and have raised five children in the area. Their children 
have added twelve grandchildren to the family tree and it is one of 
their grandchildren that have notified me of this special year of 
celebrations, the occasion of their 80th birthdays and their 60th 
wedding anniversary.
  Bob grew up in Nashville, TN as the eldest son of a printer and 
secretary. He attended Vanderbilt University before owning his own 
business. Betty grew up in the Grigsby family home in Elkton, TN. Her 
family farmed the home place that was surrounded by cotton fields. Her 
father was an engineer and her mother was actively involved in the 
Methodist church and community.
  Bob and Betty met on a blind date. They wed in a double wedding 
ceremony with Betty's sister, Dorothy (Mrs. John Brevard), who also 
resides in Franklin, TN. Bob and Betty settled in Nashville, TN and 
their children Bobby, Cindy, Nicky, Cathi and Chuck were born and have 
fond memories of camping and taking family vacations to Florida in the 
back of many station wagons. As their children moved on, Betty worked 
caring for children at their church and Bob continued to develop his 
small business.
  During their retirement they have enjoyed traveling with their 
friends both throughout the country and internationally. They continue 
to be active members of the Baptist Church, while Bob maintains his 
small business restoring antique furniture. They regularly see their 
grandchildren who are spread from California to Louisiana to 
Washington, DC. Their grandchildren tell me they are looking forward to 
enjoying many more holidays with their ``MaBet and Papa'' in Franklin.
  It is clear that the world in which Bob and Betty were born in 1930 
was quite a different world than what their grandchildren experience 
today. But they have taught their children and grandchildren traditions 
that stand the test of time. Bob and Betty have been role models for 
their family in Southern hospitality and grace. They have taught the 
generations that true character is shown by commitment to each other, 
responsible engagement in community, dedication to God and strong 
family ties. These values last throughout time, throughout the economic 
turmoil and throughout the latest fad. I have no doubt that the 
Campbell family will continue to carry on these traditions for the rest 
of their lives due to the strong foundation provided by Bob and Betty.
  I want to congratulate Bob and Betty on their banner year and wish 
them and their Campbell Clan good health, safe travels and much more 
shared laughter.

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