[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 187 (Thursday, November 21, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H9155]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE SERVICE OF FLOYD ``BUTCH'' VANDIVER

  (Mr. ARRINGTON asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. ARRINGTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of a dear 
friend and local leader in my district, former Bailey County 
Commissioner Floyd ``Butch'' Vandiver, who is currently battling cancer 
back home in Muleshoe, Texas.
  Butch is the epitome of a servant leader, and he personifies the 
spirit of west Texas through his honesty, humility, and hard work.
  Having operated the family farm for more than 35 years, Butch 
understands the trials of tilling the soil, the blessings of a 
bountiful harvest, and the faith and freedom it requires.
  During his two decades as a Bailey County commissioner, Butch served 
with excellence, always putting the interests of the people he served 
over himself.
  I first met Butch on a flight back to Lubbock. He was returning home 
from treatment at MD Anderson. Clearly fatigued from his fight against 
cancer, he never once complained. Instead, he encouraged me.
  Butch, you inspire me with your authenticity, your humility, and your 
unwavering faith. I want you to know we love you, we are praying for 
you and your family, and we know you are in God's loving and capable 
hands.
  God bless, and go west Texas.

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