[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 121 (Thursday, July 21, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E769]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING JAMES RUFUS REED OF JASPER, ALABAMA

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                        HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 21, 2022

  Mr. ADERHOLT. Madam Speaker, today I would like to recognize and 
honor the life of James Rufus Reed of Jasper, AL after his passing on 
June 4, 2022. Rufus Reed's dedication to his work, community, family, 
and especially his faith, serves as an example to us all of the love we 
should share for each other and those we hold dear to our hearts.
  James Rufus Reed was born on August 21, 1940 in Cordova, Alabama. He 
attended Cordova High School, and upon his graduation in 1959, he went 
on to attend Walker College. Mr. Reed began working for the Alabama 
Power Company as an electrician, and retired as a Safety Specialist 
after 29 long years.
  Alongside his career serving the customers of Alabama Power, Mr. Reed 
served as a trustee for his alma mater, Cordova High School, where he 
dedicated his time to improving the lives of young people.
  He also served on the Walker County Civil Service Board where he was 
committed to bettering the community that he called home. We will 
always humbly remember Mr. Reed's service to Walker County and 
Alabama's Fourth Congressional District.
  Most importantly, Mr. Reed was also a devoted servant of the Lord. He 
served as a deacon at Cordova First Baptist Church, and later as deacon 
at Jasper's First Baptist Church. In his efforts to teach the Word, he 
faithfully led Sunday School and served as a devout leader in the 
church throughout the years.
  Mr. Reed was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joe and Alma Reed 
and Marion and Susannah Wylie; and his parents, Leighton and Mendie 
Reed.
  He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Patsy Collier Reed, who was 
his constant companion.; Rufus had two wonderful children, Alabama 
State Senator Greg Reed, who married, Mitsy; and Angie Reed Lum, who 
married George. His great legacy will also be cherished by his 
grandchildren, Andrew Reed; James Reed; John Michael Reed and his wife, 
Kalei Woodley Reed; Reed Lum; and his siblings, Doris Vines, Wilson 
Reed, Kay Williams, and Darlene Bell.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that you join me in celebrating the life of 
James Rufus Reed and the love he shared for his community, his state, 
his family, and especially for his faith.

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