[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 38 (Monday, March 4, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E236]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT OF DONALD FLAKE FARMER

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                            HON. TRENT KELLY

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 4, 2019

  Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
the retirement of Chief Donald Flake Farmer. Chief Farmer, a native of 
Coffeeville, Mississippi, is retiring after a long and distinguished 
career.
  Chief Farmer is a founder of the Snow Lake Volunteer Fire Department. 
Through his efforts the town has seen a steady improvement in insurance 
ratings and has been a trend setter in fire protection in the region. 
Chief Farmer also serves as President of Snow Lake Fire District and 
heads the Benton County Fire Chiefs Association.
  Chief Farmer has given the last 50 years to the advancement of Snow 
Lake Shores and Benton County Mississippi. He has been a leader for the 
July 4th celebration and Santa Claus at the Fire House. He was also the 
Police Chief for the Town of Snow Lake.
  Chief Farmer has given and done whatever was needed to help the 
people of Snow Lake and Benton County for many years. I wish him and 
his wife Carol all the best in a well-deserved retirement.

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