[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 84 (Tuesday, May 17, 2022)]
[House]
[Page H5092]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      REMEMBERING STAN STRICKLAND

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to remember the 
life of the father of the praline and Savannah's Candy Kitchen founder, 
Stan Strickland.
  Stan became nothing short of an industry in the Savannah community 
with the founding of River Street Sweets and Savannah's Candy Kitchen 
40 years ago.
  Savannah's waterfront is a staple of the city. River Street Sweets 
has been a major part of the waterfront for many years.
  Stan brought the joy of candy and an unforgettable experience to 
anyone and everyone who had the pleasure of visiting his business. 
Savannah's Candy Kitchen has become a major brand across the Southeast, 
with stores in both Atlanta and Nashville as well.
  Stan was also an avid fisherman with a deep passion and love for the 
fish of the sea. It was even rumored that he had been a fishing partner 
of the great Ernest Hemingway. His competitive nature and his love for 
the sport led to his relentless pursuit of every sport fish in the 
ocean.
  This is truly a great loss for the Savannah community, and I pray 
that the Lord be with Stan's family and his many friends.

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