[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 115 (Tuesday, July 10, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E993]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            IN MEMORY OF THE LIFE OF LEILAS G. ``LES'' PAIR

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                            HON. MIKE ROGERS

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 10, 2018

  Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I ask for the House's attention 
today to remember and celebrate the life of Les Pair who passed away on 
June 27, 2018.
  Mr. Pair was born on March 23, 1923, and grew up in Albettville, 
Alabama. He received his B.S. degree in Agriculture Education in 1948 
and Master's Degree in Agriculture Science in 1965 both from Auburn 
University. He worked for Auburn University in the Alabama Extension 
Service System for over 30 years.
  He was married to Marjorie at Jasper First Methodist Church and later 
moved to Anniston, Alabama where his family joined Anniston First 
Methodist Church in 1957. Les served on almost every board, committee 
and long-range planning committee. He was part of the Carre Sunday 
School Class and served as President several times. He was also a 
Charter Board Member for Camp Lee.
  He served in World War II in the Field Artillery 1st Infantry 
Division, landed in Normandy and fought in the Battle of the Bulge.
  Les was a life member of the National Association of County 
Agriculture Agents, Auburn Agriculture Alumni Association, Epsilon 
Sigma Phi Fraternity, and Auburn University Alumni Association's Golden 
Eagles Club.
  Les served in many organizations in Anniston including various boards 
and committees at American Red Cross, United Way of Alabama and 
Regional Medical Center volunteer organization. Les served as president 
of the Jasper and Anniston Kiwanis Clubs as well as secretary and 
treasurer for over 16 years. Les was awarded the Legion of Honor for 
his 70 years of service with the Kiwanis Club of Anniston as well as 
the George C. Hixson Award for his significant contribution to the 
club.
  Les was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in remembering Les Pair and celebrating a 
life well-lived.

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