[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 186 (Tuesday, November 27, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1555-E1556]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING J.R. AND CAROL SHOWERS

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                            HON. LUKE MESSER

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 27, 2018

  Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, on behalf of the entire 6th 
Congressional District of Indiana, to recognize J.R. and Carol Showers 
for their contribution to our state and their community.
  The Showers have made a positive and lasting impact in Shelbyville 
and embody exactly what ``Hoosier hospitality'' is meant to be. When 
J.R. served as County Chairman, we worked extensively together to 
support Republican candidates and principles. Our state is

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better off today because of the Showers' extraordinary leadership and 
service in their community.
  On a personal note, I have known J.R. and Carol for the past two 
decades. They hosted my first event as a state legislator in Shelby 
County. And, they have supported our efforts every step of the way 
since. J.R. and Carol are loyal friends and wise advisers. Jennifer and 
I cherish our friendship with the Showers and I will always be grateful 
for their support of my work in Congress. We wish them continued 
success in all that God has planned for their family.

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