[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 126 (Monday, July 19, 2021)]
[Senate]
[Page S4947]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                       REMEMBERING BETTY THOMPSON

 Mr. BLUNT. Madam President, today I would like to recognize a 
good friend who has meant so much to those in St. Louis, across 
Missouri, and throughout the Nation. Betty Thompson passed away Sunday, 
July 11, 2021, at the age of 81.
  Betty was a great leader, respected voice in the community, and was 
known for her service to others. Along with her public service, she was 
known for her generosity and caring nature to help those in need. She 
was the first African American to serve on the University City City 
Council and remained on that council for 18 years. She then was elected 
in 1997 to serve in the Missouri House of Representatives where she 
represented the 72nd District until 2004. From being a State 
representative to her advocacy for civil rights, she truly was a beacon 
of light.
  Betty and I saw each other many times over the past 12 years. She 
provided a welcoming environment no matter the place and was always a 
trusted counsel during our conversations.
  Jack and Betty Thompson were a month away from celebrating their 62nd 
wedding anniversary. Along with her husband, Betty is survived by her 
children Tony Thompson, Sonja Branscomb, and Kwame Thompson, and seven 
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Tyrone Thompson, 
and grandson, Tyrell Thompson.
  I am grateful to have known Betty and thankful for the impact she has 
had on my own life, as well as those around Missouri.

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