[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 218 (Monday, December 21, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1191]
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          IN RECOGNITION OF RALEIGH BALDERSON'S 90TH BIRTHDAY

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                         HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, December 21, 2020

  Mr. WITTMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Raleigh 
Gilbert Balderson, in honor of his 90th Birthday on December 19, 2020. 
I would like to take this time to recognize the many achievements of 
Mr. Balderson, as well as commemorate this special occasion in his 
life.
  Mr. Raleigh Balderson is a resident of my hometown, Montross, 
Virginia. He is a very well-respected citizen and barber in the town of 
Montross, and he is known and loved by the entire community. He has 
served as a deacon and trustee at Nomini Baptist Church and is 
currently a deacon emeritus, a testament to his strong involvement in 
the community and care for those he knows and loves.
  This year marks a second major milestone for Mr. Balderson, as he 
retired from his own barber business on March 21, 2020. Mr. Balderson 
started his own business in Montross, Virginia, and recently retired 
after 62 years of being in business. Mr. Balderson's barbershop in 
Montross is well loved by the entire community and is known for a place 
of good company and great conversations.
  Therefore, Madam Speaker, I ask that you rise with me today to honor 
and celebrate Mr. Raleigh Gilbert Balderson's 90th Birthday on December 
19, 2020. I would like to also recognize and remember the late Bonnie 
Jean Owen Balderson, Mr. Balderson's beloved wife of 59 years. I wish 
Mr. Balderson a happy 90th birthday, and I hope this time is filled 
with celebration and God's continued blessings.

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