[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 77 (Tuesday, May 19, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E744]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING THE MEMORY OF MANDIE DELL AARON NIXON

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                            HON. DAVID SCOTT

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 19, 2015

  Mr. DAVID SCOTT of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise on this occasion to 
first of all say how much I appreciate this opportunity to address my 
colleagues and the Nation and to talk for just a few moments about a 
loving and caring woman, Mrs. Mandie Dell Aaron Nixon.
   Mandie Dell Aaron Nixon passed away a few days ago. She was a 
special woman, and a dedicated worker for the Lord. She loved lifting 
up the name of Jesus, praising him with all her heart. She let her 
light shine.
   Mandie Dell Aaron Nixon was born in Camden, Alabama, to the late 
Reverend Henry Aaron and missionary, Mariah Aaron. Being born in a 
Christian home, she accepted the Lord into her heart at a very early 
age. Mandie was a loving wife, sister, and mother to her five children. 
She is survived by two children, three sisters, and a host of five 
generations of grandchildren. Her entire beloved family mourns this 
hour.
   But let me just say, Mr. Speaker, that not only her family mourns, 
for this caring woman touched many lives. During her journey here on 
Earth, Mandie loved with her whole heart. She was active in her church 
community, even President of the Mother's Board for many years. She 
always had something nice to say about everyone. When she looked at 
you, she always saw the best in you, and would make sure to impart 
words of encouragement and wisdom.
   Mr. Speaker, this is a dedicated woman and one who was humble and 
humbled herself before God, and understood not only who she was but 
whose she was.
   And so I just want to rise this afternoon to say these few words 
about this generous, loving woman, Mandie Dell Aaron Nixon. Let me just 
say in conclusion, Mr. Speaker, God bless Mandie Dell Aaron Nixon. She 
fought the good fight, she finished her race, and she kept the faith. 
And most of all, she will be truly missed by many.

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