[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 15 (Tuesday, January 24, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E49]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING THE 77TH BIRTHDAY OF ROSEMARY STOKES

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                            HON. MIKE ROGERS

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 24, 2023

  Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
77th birthday of Rosemary Stokes.
  Mrs. Stokes is a retired businesswoman who has accomplished so much 
in her lifetime. During a time when women didn't have a seat at the 
table, Rosemary was one of few female leaders for the Rite Aid 
Corporation. She was promoted from a Store Manager to train all new 
store managers in the Southeast.
  Rosemary went on to open her own business specializing in plus size 
intimate apparel.
  In her 60s, Rosemary returned to school and graduated from college. 
She is married to Billy Stokes and is blessed with three boys: BaSean, 
NaVan and Antione. She is passionate about her family.
  Rosemary will be celebrated at the Oxford Civic Center on Friday, 
January 27th with family and friends.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing Rosemary and wishing her a 
happy 77th birthday.

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