[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 91 (Thursday, June 9, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E865]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING MR. LYNN MAURICE STINSON

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 9, 2016

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr Speaker, I rise today to honor Lynn 
Maurice Stinson, who is a chairman, leader, and educator.
  Lynn Maurice Stinson was born in Grenada, MS in 1947 to Minnie Louise 
Stinson and Sam Metcalf. He was raised by his maternal grandparents, 
Willie B. and Susie Stinson. His early education was at Grenada Colored 
School and Willia Wilson Elementary in Grenada. Stinson graduated from 
Carrie Dotson High School in Grenada, MS in 1966.
  Stinson's desire to continue his education led him to enroll in 
Coahoma Community College in Clarksdale, MS where he earned an 
Associate of Arts degree. Stinson then chose to attend Jackson State 
University in Jackson, MS where he earned a Bachelor's of Science 
degree in Education. Stinson returned back to his home area and began 
his career in education at Stone Street Elementary in Greenwood, MS. 
His first position was teaching the integrated study of the Social 
Sciences and humanities to promote civic competence to 7th and 8th 
grade students. Stinson's passion was to help each student reach their 
full potential. He always reminded his students to dream big and work 
even harder.
  A few years later, Stinson transferred to Threadgill Elementary, also 
in Greenwood, MS where he taught Social Studies. He later transferred 
to Greenwood Middle School and eventually retired in 2003 with 30 years 
of service. Stinson has been a strong supporter of education and those 
committed to working in the field of education. He is a past president 
of the Mississippi Association of Educators (MAE) in Greenwood, MS. 
Stinson also used his skills to help adults in his hometown, Grenada, 
by teaching GED night classes for several years.
  In Stinson's early years, he was a participant in the Civil Rights 
Movement as the community worked to secure equal rights for all 
citizens. The reality of past conditions and his firsthand knowledge of 
the effort to open doors to African Americans has driven Stinson to 
continue his service to the community after his retirement.
  Stinson presently holds the position of Election Commissioner for the 
City of Grenada. He has served in this position since 2005 with a top 
priority of assuring that the election process in Grenada is fair to 
all, and with the highest level of integrity. Stinson also serves on 
the Board of Trustees for Holmes Community College where he is the 
chairperson of the Insurance Committee.
  Stinson is a proud member of the 100 Black Men of Grenada, Inc., 
where he serves as the chairman of the Education Committee. Stinson is 
involved in supporting youth and young adults as they strive to prepare 
themselves for their future and the workforce.
  Stinson is a dedicated member of Belle Flower Missionary Baptist 
Church in Grenada, MS, and has served many years on the deacon board. 
He also serves as chairman of finance for the Grenada Baptist District 
Association Men's Department.
  When he is not volunteering and participating in church activities, 
he enjoys traveling and playing golf.
  He has been married to Queen Brooks Stinson for 43 years. They have 
one daughter, Monica Stinson, who resides in Brandon, MS.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Mr. Lynn 
M. Stinson, a Chairman, Leader and Educator for his dedication to 
serving others and giving back to the African American community.

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