[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 199 (Wednesday, December 21, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1323]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





              CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF ROBERT ALLEN KLICKER

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                      HON. CATHY McMORRIS RODGERS

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 21, 2022

  Mrs. RODGERS of Washington. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate 
the life of Robert ``Bob'' Allen Klicker, the third-generation owner of 
Klicker's Strawberry Acres in Walla Walla, Washington. Bob was the 
definition of a hardworking American, passionate family man, and 
inspiring leader in his community. He lived an extraordinary 95 years, 
and every day, he proved his passion and love for those around him. A 
rancher, farmer, innovator, and entrepreneur, Bob leaves behind him a 
legacy that will never be forgotten.
  Bob's passion for helping others began as he grew up working on the 
family homestead with his 5 siblings. He was inducted into his high 
school's Blue Devil Hall of Fame for his accomplishments in baseball, 
football, and track. After graduating high school in 1944, Bob served 
our country overseas in Guam as a servicemember in the U.S. Navy. Upon 
returning home, Bob met and married the love of his life, Nancy, with 
whom he went on to raise a family with for 67 years.
  Bob loved hunting, horseback riding, hiking, and working in the Blue 
Mountains. Ever the trailblazer, Bob was known for trying new ideas in 
farming and expanding his family's business venture. He truly believed 
that growing the Klicker Strawberry enterprise would impact the Walla 
Walla community, and he was right. Over the years, Bob gave countless 
kids the opportunity to work on the strawberry farm and learn valuable 
skills that will last them a lifetime. Despite Bob's passing, these 
lessons continue to this very day, as the fourth generation of Klickers 
is keeping up with the tradition of providing work opportunities for 
local high school students. Bob's legacy will live on as his son, Kirk, 
and his daughter-in-law, Nancy, continue the family business.
  Bob joined his family and his Savior Jesus in Heaven on September 9, 
2022. He was a trusted friend and advisor to me throughout the years, 
and I will miss him dearly. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join 
me in celebrating the wonderful life of Bob Klicker.

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