[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 157 (Friday, September 27, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H8074]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
REMEMBERING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF E.J. HOLUB
(Mr. ARRINGTON asked and was given permission to address the House
for 1 minute.)
Mr. ARRINGTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and
legacy of my dear friend and Lubbock legend, E.J. Holub, who passed
away Saturday.
E.J. was the pride of Lubbock High School and one of the best Texas
Tech football players of all time. Some referred to E.J. as ``The
Beast,'' and I called him ``Uncle E.J.'' because he was one of my dad's
best friends at Texas Tech and a lifelong member of the Arrington
family.
E.J. was larger than life on and off the field. His stature and
strength on the gridiron was only rivaled by the size of his heart for
people.
E.J. was a true gentleman and a real cowboy. He loved his family, his
horses, and all things Texas Tech. He is leaving behind a tremendous
legacy for west Texas.
To Sandi and E.J.'s girls: Please know that we love you and are
praying for you.
To Red Raider Nation: Take off your hats, get your guns up, and join
me in paying tribute to our favorite fearless champion and Herculean
hero, E.J. ``The Beast'' Holub.
I love you, Uncle E.J.
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