[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 127 (Tuesday, July 20, 2021)]
[House]
[Pages H3675-H3676]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING THE LIFE OF RAYMOND JONES

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Georgia (Mr. Carter) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart 
to remember and honor Mr. Raymond Jones of Saint Simons Island, 
Georgia, who passed away on June 21 at the age of 72.

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  Ray began his career with the Rich Products Corporation, working for 
the SeaPak Shrimp and Seafood division in Saint Simons Island. Over the 
next three decades, he would have a positive impact on the seafood 
industry and on our community. Ray was a genuine advocate for seafood 
sustainability and a trusted voice in meeting with Members of Congress. 
Ray served as chairman of the National Fisheries Institute's technical 
committee from 1994 to 1996, and was the technical chairman of the 
National Shrimp Industry Association from 1998 to 2005.
  In 2017, he was recognized as the seafood industry leader for his 
decades of commitment to seafood sustainability and quality. Despite 
Ray's countless career achievements, his proudest role was as a father 
and grandfather.
  Madam Speaker, my thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, 
and all who knew him during this most difficult time.


                     Recognizing Pastor Bill Ligon

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
honor Pastor Bill Ligon of Brunswick, Georgia, for his 90th birthday.
  Pastor Ligon experienced the call of God at 18 years old. Since then, 
he founded the Christian Renewal Church in Brunswick, Georgia, and has 
served as its pastor for over 40 years. Pastor Ligon has served 
throughout the southeast, but the impact of his outreach remains 
immeasurable.
  He is one of the founders of the Fellowship of Churches and Ministers 
International, with churches in eight States and three foreign 
countries. Alongside his wife, Pastor Ligon served for 6 years as 
Southern Baptist missionaries in Spain where they served churches and 
taught the gospel.
  Madam Speaker, with his passion to share and teach the gospel, I know 
Pastor Ligon will continue his tremendous work at Christian Renewal 
Church. He has dedicated his life to spreading the word of God, and I 
thank him for his decades of service.


                  Recognizing Rear Admiral Eric Jones

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
honor Rear Admiral Eric Jones for his outstanding career and service as 
Commander of the Seventh Coast Guard District.
  Rear Admiral Jones has dedicated his life to protecting our country. 
As District Commander, he is responsible for all Coast Guard operations 
throughout the Southeast and the Caribbean Basin, which includes 
Georgia's First Congressional District.
  Notably, under his command, Coast Guard members responded when a 
cargo ship capsized in the Saint Simons Sound. This rescue effort was 
heroic and saved all 24 people on the ship.
  During his time, Rear Admiral Jones has provided extraordinary 
leadership and management to the United States Coast Guard. His service 
has been marked by excellence and has received significant recognition, 
including four Coast Guard Commendation Medals, the Coast Guard 
Achievement Medal, and various service and unit awards.
  Madam Speaker, I congratulate Rear Admiral Jones on his next duty 
assignment and thank him for his years of service to Georgia's First 
Congressional District.


                  Honoring the Life of Bobby Carpenter

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to remember and 
honor Mr. Bobby Carpenter, who passed away on June 25 at the age of 89.
  Bobby graduated from Richmond Hill High School in 1948. Following 
graduation, he served in the U.S. Navy for 4 years. Once back home, 
Bobby served as the postmaster of the Richmond Hill Post Office and 
received his official commission from President Lyndon B. Johnson.
  Bobby also served as the president of Bryan Neck Cemetery Association 
for 50 years, church treasurer for 25 years, and a member of the Bryan 
County Board of Education. He enriched the lives of all who knew him 
and loved him, and he leaves behind a legacy of kindness, faith, and 
love.
  Bobby's dedication to improving the lives of others will never be 
forgotten. Richmond Hill sorely misses him. My thoughts and prayers are 
with Bobby's family, friends, and all who knew him during this most 
difficult time.

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