[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 23 (Monday, February 14, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E219]
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                     HONORING EVELYN GORDON-MURRAY

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, February 14, 2011

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor 
Evelyn Gordon-Murray. Evelyn Gordon-Murray was born on June 22, 1964, 
the youngest of 10 children. She is a 1982 graduate from Leland High 
School in Leland, MS. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in 
Agronomy from Alcorn State University in 1986. She also received her 
Masters degree in Agronomy from Alcorn State University in 1998.
  Evelyn is married to Darnell Murray. She has one daughter, Kenyatta 
Anderson. She belongs to Beulah Grove Baptist Church, where she serves 
as the secretary; a member of the Washington County Alumni; a member of 
New Organization of Women Social & Civic Club; a member of Eastern 
Star; the President of the Leland School Board; and also a band parent.
  Evelyn has worked for the federal government 23 years. She loves and 
enjoys helping others get assistance, especially in housing. She is 
currently the Area Specialist in Rural Development.

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