[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 195 (Thursday, December 15, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1302]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING MR. JOE SUTTON AND MR. ROBERT MARLING

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                          HON. YVETTE HERRELL

                             of new mexico

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 15, 2022

  Ms. HERRELL. Madam Speaker, today I rise to honor Mr. Joe Sutton and 
Mr. Robert Marling, two long term friends who have emulated the 
important values of true friendship.
  They will always cherish their friendly bets, usually paid in full in 
the form of 1 dollar bills, for their countless rounds of golf. And 
even more so, they will cherish the everlasting memories that they've 
formed together over the years.
  Through their friendship, Robert and Joe are both found to be 
philanthropic spirited and humble individuals, stewards of their 
communities, and serve as role models for many.
  Robert is smart, kindhearted, community-minded, and a great 
entrepreneur and mentor. He has been a major supporter of the American 
Heart Association, United Way, and dozens of other major charities.
  Joe proudly served in the U.S. Army and retired at the rank of 
Colonel. During his time in the Army, he held numerous command 
assignments in armor and aviation, served 2 tours of duty in the 
Pentagon and was an Army Ranger. Joe authored a children's book and has 
donated the proceeds from the book to ``Children at Risk'' focused on 
fighting child trafficking. It is my sincerest hope that their 
friendship continues to be a role model for others to see and learn 
from. In the world we find ourselves living in today, I can think of 
nothing better than to celebrate friends that truly last a lifetime.

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