[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 121 (Thursday, July 18, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E946]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      IN HONOR OF MR. HARRY WATKIN

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                           HON. DAVID ROUZER

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 18, 2019

  Mr. ROUZER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the 
life of the late Mr. Harry Watkins of Wrightsville Beach, North 
Carolina, who passed away late last year at the age of 72.
  Harry Watkins got his start in architecture after studying at North 
Carolina State University. After a 40-year-long career, Harry has left 
a lasting imprint on Wrightsville Beach, Bald Head Island, Figure 8 
Island and many other surrounding communities where he designed many of 
the homes that still stand there today. He always held a special place 
in his heart for Bald Head Island.
  Harry also helped to grow Wrightsville Beach true to his vision: 
``The architect must understand the community, the environment, and 
especially the characteristics of the specific site,'' Harry said of 
his design philosophy. He described his idea of what a good home can be 
as ``a joy when things were going well, and a comfort when they were 
not.''
  Harry left a legacy of architectural vision and excellence that is 
visible in each and every community he touched. He is survived by his 
wife Vicki, his daughter Brooke, and an entire community of friends, 
neighbors and clients who are forever grateful for his love and 
influence in their life.
  Madam Speaker, Harry Watkins was a great American who has left an 
enduring and exceptional legacy for which we are all proud.

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