[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 207 (Tuesday, December 8, 2020)]
[House]
[Page H6918]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING THE LIFE OF FREDERICK ``PAL'' BARGER, JR.

  (Mr. DAVID P. ROE of Tennessee asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute.)
  Mr. DAVID P. ROE of Tennessee. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
life of a giant in northeast Tennessee and my friend, Frederick ``Pal'' 
Barger, Jr., who passed away recently at the age of 90.
  Pal's impact on our community was tremendous. Pal is best known for 
Pal's Sudden Service, a drive-through restaurant with rapid service, 
great food, and affordable prices.
  In 2001, Pal's became the first restaurant to receive the Malcolm 
Baldrige National Quality Award, the Nation's highest Presidential 
honor for performance excellence. Pal is one of northeast Tennessee's 
best success stories.
  Pal's commitment to excellence didn't stop at the drive-through 
window. He received recognition throughout his life for his kindness, 
generosity, and unwavering dedication to help our region prosper.
  I am especially grateful for Pal's contributions to his alma mater, 
East Tennessee State University, which have greatly impacted so many of 
our region's current and future leaders.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the life of Pal Barger for 
his tremendous impact on our community.

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