[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 186 (Wednesday, November 20, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1479]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                   RECOGNIZING COL BOBBY TOWERY, JR.

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                            HON. TRENT KELLY

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 20, 2019

  Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate 
the life and military service of Colonel Bobby Towery, Jr., who passed 
away on October 26 at the age of 59.
   Colonel Towery answered the call to serve our great nation with the 
United States Army in 1983 from the University of Mississippi Army 
ROTC. He retired as a Colonel after 30 years of active duty service. 
Colonel Towery married his wife, Lisa, in 1984, and together they lived 
in 19 different homes before settling in Oxford, Mississippi, after his 
retirement.
   Colonel Towery set an example of faith for his family to follow. He 
was an active member of St. Peters Episcopal Church in Oxford, 
Mississippi, serving as an acolyte, Chair of the Stewardship Committee, 
and head of ushers. Colonel Towery was also an active volunteer in his 
community, from sports coaching to booster clubs. He also had a passion 
for fitness and enjoyed spending time outdoors with his family and 
friends.
   Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Lisa Carver Towery of 
Southaven, Mississippi; his two sons, Captain Patrick Towery of Fort 
Carson, Colorado and Nathan Towery; as well as many friends and 
extended family members.
   Colonel Bobby Towery's life was one of service, grace, love for his 
family, and community. He will be greatly missed by all whom he 
encountered.

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