[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 115 (Thursday, July 28, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1429]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING S&S FOOD STORES

                                 ______
                                 

                          HON. ANDER CRENSHAW

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 28, 2011

  Mr. CRENSHAW. Mr. Speaker, in 1961, Lester and Anne Scaff took a leap 
of faith and purchased a small market on US 41 in Lake City. At that 
time, the young couple had no idea that their lives and their business 
were about to grow into a lifetime of joy and community involvement.
  Over the years they purchased more stores which came with new 
challenges to learn and grow. With a strong belief in customer service, 
the Scaff's growth continued through the 1980s and beyond. They 
expanded into eight surrounding counties and were able to target their 
growth to become a leading employer in the region. That original small 
company now owns 44 convenience stores and 3 Scaff's Markets.
  However, from their corporate office, Lester and Anne Scaff still 
engage in the daily operations using the same careful, guiding hands 
that crafted the small one-store operation that grew into the people 
oriented, customer friendly business that exists today. They continue 
to be thankful for their customers over these 50 plus years.
  S&S Food Stores and the Scaffs take pride in being good neighbors. 
Their commitment to serving their communities has been evident with the 
many fundraising activities and charitable contributions donated 
throughout the years. In fact, the S&S team members have collected 
close to a million dollars for the Children's Miracle Network/Shands 
Hospital.
  Congratulations to Lester and Anne Scaff and the employees of S&S 
Food Stores for their 50 years of service to the State and their 
community.

                          ____________________