[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 115 (Thursday, July 28, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1430]
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                     IN REMEMBRANCE OF BOB MOWBRAY

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                           HON. AARON SCHOCK

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 28, 2011

  Mr. SCHOCK. Mr. Speaker, the small town of Bradford, Illinois this 
month lost one of its most beloved residents. Bob Mowbray dedicated his 
life to actually living the words we utter so frequently about loving 
God and country. He first served his country in his youth, as a 
corporal in the Marines during the Korean conflict. After he returned 
home, he served his community in Bradford as the Postmaster for 36 
years. He also was a loyal and active member for 58 years of the 
American Legion, Post #445.
  When he was drafted by the Marines, he left behind a promising 
possible career as a big league pitcher. Even though he chose to return 
home instead of pursuing his baseball dreams, he never lost his passion 
for America's pastime.
  Anyone who knew Bob knew about his unabashed love for sports, 
especially the Bears, the Bulls, and the White Sox. But what very few 
people knew--including those closest to him--was that he acted out his 
faith in God through his quiet charity. Bob wouldn't talk about it, but 
he was extremely generous, even giving money to support those he had 
never met.
  Although he never had children of his own, all the children of 
Bradford--and even many in the surrounding towns--knew about Postmaster 
Mowbray. Bob brought in countless bags of candy over the years, always 
having a treat ready to slide over the counter to every kid who came 
in. And with that piece of candy would come a gentle nod and a warm 
smile.
  Bob Mowbray was a man of few words, but he left a deep impression on 
many. He will be missed.

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