[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 148 (Wednesday, September 14, 2022)]
[House]
[Page H7796]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING JOHN TREES

  (Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor John 
Trees.
  Mr. Trees lived in Springfield, Illinois, and was the loving husband 
to our own district office's Candice Trees. On September 28 of this 
year, they would have celebrated 48 years of marriage.
  John was a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving during the 
Vietnam war. After his years of service, John went on to become a 
skilled laborer and accomplished carpenter.
  Once retiring from the Illinois Department of Transportation, John 
had more time to do what he loved. Combining his love of food and 
serving others, John started his own catering business aptly named Two 
Drunks in the Dark Catering.
  He truly enjoyed spending time with his wife, three daughters, and 
five grandchildren. Going on yearly trips to St. Louis Cardinal games 
or attending his grandchildren's sporting events were just a few things 
``Papa John'' loved to do.
  John would be the first to lend a hand and always had a welcoming 
door at his home. John was always great at providing advice and giving 
direction to those who needed him the most.
  We honor John today, and I send my deepest condolences to Candice and 
the entire Trees family during this very difficult time.

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