[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 18 (Monday, February 1, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E82]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING CECIL HULSEY

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                            HON. JASON SMITH

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, February 1, 2016

  Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
outstanding achievements and successful career of Cecil Hulsey from 
Farmington, Missouri. After more than sixty years of helping friends 
and neighbors find affordable homes and reliable insurance coverage, 
Cecil Hulsey has decided to retire at the age of ninety.
  As a native of the Farmington area, his devotion to his hometown was 
evident even as a young bombardier on a B-29 during World War II. 
Showcasing his salesmanship and hometown pride, he convinced his fellow 
crew members to name their plane the ``City of Farmington.'' Stationed 
in Guam during the war, Mr. Hulsey and the ``City of Farmington'' would 
officially fly 27 missions, once flying five missions in nine days.
  After the war, Mr. Hulsey began a career selling insurance following 
a recommendation from his family doctor that prompted him to interview 
with a local insurance agent. After nine years of exclusive work in the 
insurance field, he entered the real estate business in 1957.
  Over the years, Mr. Hulsey has been an active member of the community 
not only as a businessman, but as a community leader. He was a member 
of the Farmington Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club, acting as 
secretary for both organizations. His efforts even helped to begin the 
construction of a new high school in Farmington.
  For his many contributions to the Farmington community and his 
personal successes, it is my pleasure to recognize Cecil Hulsey before 
the United States House of Representatives.

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