[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 45 (Wednesday, March 15, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E328]
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                       IN MEMORY OF BARRY JOLLETT

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                         HON. THOMAS J. ROONEY

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 15, 2017

  Mr. THOMAS J. ROONEY of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor 
the life and service of Barry Jollett, of Punta Gorda, Florida, who 
tragically passed away on March 1.
  When Barry and his wife, Mary, moved to Florida 15 years ago, they 
immersed themselves in our local community. For the past four years, 
Barry took on the challenge of serving as the Chairman of the Charlotte 
County Republicans, as well as the Vice Chair for the Republican 
Executive Committee. Under his leadership, the Charlotte County 
Republicans continued to spread their message throughout our community 
and the entire county is better because of it.
  Barry was no stranger to leadership roles when he moved to Florida. 
Before starting his lifelong career with Verizon, he served in the 
United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He also served as a 
Commodore for the PGI Seafarers, and his dedication to our country was 
evident even after he left our military. We are all eternally grateful 
for his service and leadership.
  I have had the pleasure of meeting Barry many times during my tenure 
in office and I believe that his memory will be preserved in the legacy 
he left behind. Barry was a strong leader, a loyal patriot and hard 
worker. But more importantly, he was a friendly neighbor, loving 
husband and caring father. His memory will never be forgotten.
  Mr. Speaker, I speak for all of Charlotte County when I say that 
Barry Jollett will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with 
his wife Mary and their family during this time.

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