[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 82 (Thursday, May 29, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E859]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING MOTHER BRUNETTE WASHINGTON ON THE OCCASION OF HER 100TH 
                                BIRTHDAY

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 29, 2014

  Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize the celebration 
of Mother Brunette Washington. On June 6 she will be celebrating her 
100th year of life.
   Born in 1914, Mother Washington has seen some of the greatest 
accomplishments of our country. Furthermore, she has added to them with 
the love and kindness her community currently treasures her for. To 
this day she is an active member of the American Baptist Association, 
the Pratt Willard Center and fellowships with the Crucial Center.
   As a member of the Macedonia Baptist Church, Mother Washington has 
been a pillar of her community. Volunteering throughout her entire 
life, Mother Washington has devoted her time to giving back, 
participating in the community through such positions as Sunday School 
Teacher, Senior Choir President and the President of the Missionary 
Society.
   As a result of her tireless service for both her church and 
community, Mother Washington has received numerous rewards for her 
achievements including the Queen of Macedonia, Senior Choir Service 
Award, and the Pratt Willert Senior Award.
   In addition to her numerous community endeavors, Mother Washington 
is a family leader. She has four children and is the proud grandparent 
to ten grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, and three great-great 
grandchildren. Mother Washington is truly fortunate to have such a 
large and loving family.
   Mr. Speaker, thank you for allowing me to recognize the long life 
and legacy of a woman who has devoted so much of her life to the 
betterment of those around her. For 100 years Mother Washington has 
made an impact on the lives of those who have had the great fortune of 
knowing her. She has cultivated a loving family and been an exemplary 
member of her community, who has had a lasting impact on others because 
of her caring ways. It is my honor to celebrate her birthday here with 
you and hope you will join me in wishing a very joyous birthday 
celebration and wishing her many more years of good health.

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