[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 84 (Tuesday, May 16, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E637-E638]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING BASCOM SORRELL

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                             HON. ANDY BARR

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 16, 2017

  Mr. BARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor a very special individual, Mr. 
Bascom Sorrell, of Nicholas County, Kentucky. Bascom has been a 
prominent member of his community for many years.
  Bascom Sorrell is a lifelong resident of Nicholas County and a 
graduate of Nicholas County High School. Jockey International employed 
him from 1966 to 2005, where he served as Plant Manager from 1984 until 
2005. Bascom served in the Kentucky National Guard from 1960 to 1966 
and reached the rank of Sergeant. He coached Babe Ruth baseball for 
many years and was chairman and coach of JC's Little League basketball 
from 1966 to 1975. Bascom was a member of Daugherty Lodge 65 of F & AM 
for 45 years and Master in 1975. Bascom has served on the Advisory 
Board for Hospice of the Blue Grass and continues to serve on the 
Advisory Board for the Community Action Council. A loyal member of the 
Carlisle Rotary Club, Bascom is a past president and recipient of the 
Paul Harris Fellowship award.
  Bascom recently retired as Chair of the Nicholas County Economic 
Development Authority, having served on the board from 2006 to 2008 and 
again from 2011 to 2017. His leadership with this group was critical in 
improving economic opportunities in Nicholas County.
  There is no question that Carlisle and Nicholas Counties are much 
better places due to Bascom's dedication to the community and its 
citizens. His devotion and long-term service to Carlisle and Nicholas 
Counties are widely recognized and greatly appreciated. Bascom is a 
true leader in his community and a role model for future leaders. His 
fellow citizens are honoring him for his leadership and devotion.
  Bascom Sorrell is a fine man who has earned the respect of his 
community. He is a true servant leader. It is my honor to call him my 
friend and to recognize him before the United States House of 
Representatives.

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