[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 207 (Tuesday, December 8, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1113]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF URIEL PADGETT

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                            HON. TRENT KELLY

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 8, 2020

  Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate 
the life of Uriel Burton Padgett. As a fellow service member, I am 
grateful for Mr. Padgett's dedication to family, state, and country.
  Uriel Padgett was born October 7, 1934 in Magee, MS to Luke and 
Novice Kennedy. He was married to Mattie Lee Midleton Padgett for 65 
years and together the two had two children, five grandchildren, and 
ten great grandchildren.
  In March of 1952, Uriel joined the Mississippi National Guard. He 
served in many positions throughout his career and served as a founding 
member of the Special Forces Unit in the Mississippi Guard. His first 
NCOS class was in Mississippi and he went on to instruct the course. 
Uriel deeply enjoyed his time at Camp Shelby before retiring in 1989 as 
the Assistant United States Property and Fiscal Officer and was later 
promoted to Brigadier General.
  Uriel spent his retirement travelling with his wife, learning 
woodworking, and attending arts and crafts shows. He was an active 
member of the Exchange Club of West Jackson, Rankin County Civitan 
Club, Oak Hill Lodge, and the American Legion. He was a dedicated 
charter member of Brandon Baptist Church. Uriel loved music and 
spending time outdoors. He played many instruments and could be found 
in his garden or riding his tractor.
  Mr. Padgett is survived by his wife, Mattie Lee Middleton Padgett; 
children, Steve and Deborah; grandchildren, Greg, Alisha, Jana, and 
Ashley; and ten great-grandchildren.
  Uriel Padgett was a dedicated husband and father, a servant to his 
state, and a man of faith. He will be deeply missed by all who had the 
opportunity to know and love him.

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