[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 81 (Thursday, May 17, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E675]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         IN RECOGNITION OF THE 100TH BIRTHDAY OF WILBERT LANNON

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                        HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 17, 2018

  Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Wilbert 
Lannon of Cotuit, Massachusetts; who turns 100 years young on Friday, 
May 25th.
  Wilbert has been devoted to taking care of others from an early age. 
After growing up in Roslindale, he displayed his devotion to family 
when--following his father's passing--he chose to stay home and help 
instead of attending the United States Military Academy at West Point.
  In 1950, Wilbert served his country in the United States Army Air 
Corps for four years. He returned home to Roslindale and married his 
wife Mary. They would go on to raise two children, Elizabeth and Ferne, 
and spend 55 blissful years of marriage together. The Lannon Family 
settled in Medfield and Wilbert, a dedicated and caring father, 
supported his family by working in the insurance business until his 
retirement in 2010.
  Wilbert's daughter Elizabeth speaks incredibly highly of her father, 
noting his compassion and dedication to taking care of others. He truly 
understands the value of lending a hand. In 1960, he drove his family 
to the New York World Fair just to see his children smile. He has 
dedicated his life to caring for his family and loved ones, including 
spending every moment taking care of his daughter, Ferne and wife, Mary 
when they fell ill.
  Today, he lives in Cotuit, near his loving daughter Elizabeth, where 
he continues to lend a hand to the residents of his retirement home. 
Wilbert, always ready to help, is truly beloved by everyone who has the 
opportunity to cross his path.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor Wilbert Lannon on his 100th 
birthday. I ask that my colleagues join me in wishing him many more 
years of good health and happiness.

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