[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 160 (Wednesday, September 16, 2020)]
[House]
[Page H4436]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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            HONORING HEALTHCARE HEROES AND FRONTLINE WORKERS

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Georgia (Mr. Carter) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor our valiant 
frontline workers and healthcare heroes who have taken care of their 
neighbors and saved countless lives during the COVID-19 pandemic. This 
includes nurses, doctors, pharmacists, grocery store workers, truck 
drivers, and anyone who has risen to the occasion to help others during 
these unprecedented times.
  In particular, Jane Spence, Larisa Barnes, Bobbie Sumner, Amanda 
King, and Lynn Reynolds have exemplified remarkable selflessness and 
courage as they work to save lives in the Southeast Georgia Health 
System.
  Throughout my time in Georgia's First Congressional District, I have 
visited and met countless heroes serving at Saint Joseph's Candler 
Hospital, Liberty Regional Medical Center, Clinch Memorial Hospital, 
Memorial Health Center in Savannah, Wayne Memorial Center, and Winn 
Army Medical Hospital. This has allowed me to gain insight into the 
daily sacrifices they make and their commitment to serving their 
communities.
  Doctors and nurses who serve at our Veterans Affairs Health Systems 
are deserving of recognition for their outstanding work, as well.
  In addition to our healthcare heroes, I also want to honor leaders 
and local businesses in our communities.
  Individuals like Tom and Rita Boland converted their Island Drapes 
and Upholstery business to manufacture thousands of face masks a week.
  I was also encouraged to see the local nonprofits in Georgia's First 
Congressional District rise up to address the many challenges from the 
COVID-19 pandemic.
  Specifically, the Computers for a Cause movement was formed thanks to 
the beautiful work of United Way of Coastal Georgia, Keep Golden Isles 
Beautiful, Communities in Schools, and Coastal Outreach partnering with 
Coastal Computer Consulting to gather and donate computers for children 
who don't have access to one.
  This allowed countless children to continue their education when 
schools were closed. These folks were working day in and day out 
risking their own health and safety and spending time away from their 
families and friends to serve us.
  I want to express my deep gratitude for the work that they do to make 
America great, and I am honored to call them my friends and neighbors.


                       Honoring Preston G. Exley

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember and 
honor the life of Mr. Preston Exley of Springfield, Georgia, who passed 
away at the age of 81 on September 10.
  Mr. Exley was a selfless leader in every area of his life who was 
loved by many.
  Mr. Exley worked for the Savannah Sugar Refinery for 40 years and 
retired in 1997.
  Preston loved the Lord, and his life was a testament to that. Preston 
was an active member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and served in a 
variety of roles, including Sunday school superintendent, president of 
the Men's Group, and a member of the Church Council.
  Preston was committed to serving his country through his service with 
the Georgia Army National Guard for 23 years, and he retired as a 
captain.
  Preston was also dedicated to improving education in his community 
during his time serving on the Effingham County School Board from 1980 
until 1994, and he later went on to serve as Effingham County Chief 
Magistrate Judge for 12 years.
  Included in his long list of pursuits, Preston was a farmer for many 
years in his home place in Clyo.
  Impressively, Preston was past president of the Effingham County 
Young Farmers, a member of the County Board of Directors, and served as 
the Springfield Chapter President.
  Preston was also a loyal family man, who prioritized his family above 
all else.
  I am thankful for the selfless life Preston lived, and I know his 
legacy will continue in Springfield for years to come. My thoughts and 
prayers go out to his family, friends, and all who knew him during 
these challenging times.

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