[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 59 (Monday, April 18, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E503]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





             CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF MRS. BETTY R. MODRALL

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                         HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 18, 2016

  Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of 
Mrs. Betty R. Modrall and ask my colleagues to join with me in 
celebrating the legacy that she left in Columbia, Tennessee.
  Betty was born in Memphis, Tennessee. She spent her childhood and 
adolescent years in the city of Mount Pleasant. After high school she 
attended Columbia Business College where she met her husband Mr. Joe 
Tom Modrall. On June 11th, 1956, she began her first job working for 
the city of Columbia starting as a clerk and bookkeeper. In 1970, she 
was appointed as the city recorder and finance director until 1995. She 
continued to serve as city recorder until her passing on March 15th, 
2016.
  Betty was a beloved member of her city. She faithfully served for 
almost six decades. Betty looked out for the interests of the people, 
especially the retiree community. She went above and beyond for the 
city of Columbia and fulfilled her positions with honor. Her love and 
support will be remembered by those whom she served.

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