[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 188 (Thursday, November 16, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1581]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING LARRY JOE MILLER (1943-2017)

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                     HON. DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 16, 2017

  Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to honor the 
life of Larry Joe Miller, artist-in-residence for the City of 
Hollywood, Florida. Larry served our nation in the United States Air 
Force where he earned a distinguished record of overseas service.
  A true renaissance man, Larry was renowned for his music and art. He 
was known in South Florida as ``Mr. Rockabilly'' from his 50 years as a 
touring musician. During his touring days, he played with several 
popular bands, including the Thingies, Larry Joe Miller and the 
Rockabilly Rockets, and the Delusions. He was a lifelong artist who 
delighted Hollywood residents and all who visited.
  As artist-in-residence, he hosted weekly community art events, 
including classes for students in need and his famous ``Paint for Fun'' 
nights, which allowed hundreds of South Florida residents to paint for 
free in Hollywood ArtsPark.
  Above all, Larry was a beloved husband and father who impacted the 
lives of all who knew him. He is survived by his wife Amy; his sons 
Clay, Tyler, John Paul (Shelli), and Dennis (Stacy); and his 
grandchildren Aradia, Olivia, Phoenix, Owen, Quinn, Jessica, and Jason.
  The City of Hollywood and the entire South Florida family lost an 
icon who will be sorely missed; however, I am confident Larry Joe 
Miller's legacy will live on through his work and the lessons he taught 
so many in our community.

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