[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 126 (Thursday, July 28, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E795]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





   HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF SHERIFF CARL H. WELLS OF BEDFORD 
                               COUNTY, VA

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                             HON. BOB GOOD

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 28, 2022

  Mr. GOOD of Virginia. Madam Speaker, today I honor the life and 
service of Sheriff Carl H. Wells of Bedford County, VA, who passed away 
on July 12th, at the age of 86. Sheriff Wells, a lifelong resident of 
Bedford County, faithfully served as sheriff in his community from 1974 
to 1995.
  I know my friends from Virginia, Congressman Morgan Griffith and 
Congressman Ben Cline, who both also represent the region, join me in 
honoring Mr. Wells for a life well-lived and a legacy of faithful 
service and commitment to Bedford County. My prayers are with his wife 
of 64 years, Ora, and the family, friends and community who are 
grieving his passing.
  In addition to his 22-year commitment to serving his county as 
sheriff, Mr. Wells was also a member of Bedford Baptist church for many 
years and was actively engaged in his community through participation 
in multiple volunteer service groups including the Bedford Elks Lodge, 
the Lions Club, the Shriners, and many others.
  On behalf of my constituents and my colleagues, it is a privilege to 
recognize Sheriff Well's life and service to Virginians. He will be 
missed but not forgotten.

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