[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 22 (Monday, February 8, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E128]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             REMEMBERING PHIL NEIGHBORS, COMMUNITY SERVANT

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                        HON. K. MICHAEL CONAWAY

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday February 8, 2016

  Mr. CONAWAY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and service 
of Phil Neighbors. Phil was a pillar in the San Angelo community, and I 
had the pleasure of working with him frequently over the last decade. 
Phil dedicated his life to three things: to God, his family, and his 
community.
   He and his wife, Susan, had two children together, and four 
grandchildren. It wasn't uncommon for Phil to run straight to a city 
event from his grandsons' ball games--he seemed to make time for 
everyone while placing the truly important things in life first.
   Phil was deeply ingrained in Angelo. A graduate of Angelo State 
University, he led the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce for the last 10 
years. In this role, he strengthened the community and helped Angelo 
become a better place to live and raise a family. He dedicated his life 
to this calling, taking on many duties, none of which were too small or 
large, for the betterment of the community.
   One example was the bridge he helped build between the Goodfellow 
Air Force Base and the Angelo community. He established a strong and 
lasting bond for the betterment of both. He embraced our service-
members, and was always willing to support them and our military in any 
way that he could.
   As a deacon in the Baptist church, Phil led the church's college 
program and many mission trips to Mexico. He was a selfless servant, a 
trait that extended beyond the city, state, and country's borders. 
Everyone felt and knew Phil's warmness and thoughtfulness of others. 
His guidance and quiet diligence was reassuring to those around him and 
helped shape a community that is exemplary in Texas and the nation. 
Phil had no small part in creating such a community.
   We lost Phil far too soon, just days after his 64th birthday. His 
loss will be felt across the community and state, and his service will 
not be forgotten. Please join me in remembering and celebrating the 
extraordinary life of our friend Phil Neighbors.

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