[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 193 (Tuesday, December 13, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1269]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 REMEMBERING AND HONORING THE LIFE OF THE HONORABLE RICHARD A. SHIRLEY

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                            HON. JEFF DUNCAN

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 13, 2022

  Mr. DUNCAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today with profound sadness to 
remember and honor the life of Richard A. Shirley of Anderson who 
passed away on December 8th at the age of 68. Before his unexpected 
passing, Richard served as the Clerk of the Court in Anderson County.
  In 1978, Richard began his career in public service by being elected 
to the Anderson City Council, becoming the youngest person ever to be 
elected to the council. In 1998, Richard was elected Mayor of Anderson 
and faithfully served as mayor for 8 years. During his tenure as mayor, 
he played an important role in revitalizing the Anderson Soiree 
festival and making Anderson the prosperous place it is today. Richard 
was also a successful local community banker for over 30 years and 
proud graduate of T.L. Hanna High School and Presbyterian College.
  Richard was a proud husband, father, son, and friend and he will be 
immensely missed by the community of Anderson. Richard will be 
remembered for his constant smile, witty humor, and his love of God and 
country. I am reminded of the verse Mark 10:45, ``For even the Son of 
Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a 
ransom for many.'' Richard had a servant's heart and was always there 
to help people with a smile and those in need. His profound impact on 
the Anderson community will be felt for generations to come.
  Madam Speaker, it is a privilege to be able to serve the Third 
District of South Carolina and to honor my dear friend, Richard 
Shirley. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during 
this time.

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