[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 182 (Thursday, November 14, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1446]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING THE LIFE OF VICKIE HARTMAN NICKS

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                             HON. TED BUDD

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 14, 2019

  Mr. BUDD. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Vickie 
Hartman Nicks.
  Vickie was born on July 9, 1953 in Thomasville, North Carolina. She 
graduated from East Davidson High School in 1971 and married Steve 
Nicks in 1979. In 1981, she took a position as the Secretary of Mt. 
Zion Wesleyan Church, where she worked for 38 years.
  While being the church secretary certainly kept her busy, her 
devotion to the community didn't stop there. Vickie was involved in 
many children and youth programs as well as being a member of the 
choir. She enjoyed painting and crafts and was known for her quick wit 
and keen sense of humor.
  Outside of being active in her church, Vickie was even more proud of 
being a wife, mother, grandmother, and lifelong resident of Davidson 
County. She was an excellent role-model for and steadfast supporter of 
her daughters, Stefanie and Andrea, as well as her grandsons Steven and 
Jacob.
  Vickie's enormous impact on the lives of her loved ones is indelible, 
and will live on for years to come.
  Vickie lost her life to a long drawn out battle with cancer but her 
grit and tenacity never let her lose faith. Recently, I had the 
opportunity to meet with her husband, Steve Nicks, to learn about 
Vickie's bravery while facing the final stages of her life. Her battle 
with cancer was truly heartbreaking, representing a tragic loss to our 
Davidson County community. Her determination and grace provides an 
example to us all.
  Today I wear this bracelet given to me by her husband that states, 
``Vickie Strong.'' I wear it today in her memory.
  Madam Speaker, please join me in praying for Vickie along with her 
husband Steve and the entire Nicks family.

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