[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 72 (Friday, April 28, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E380]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                           HONORING JOHN SIMS

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                          HON. NATHANIEL MORAN

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 28, 2023

  Mr. MORAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my friend, and renowned 
East Texas radio personality, John Sims. who tragically passed away the 
morning of Friday, March 31.
  John was a proud Philadelphia native who fully embraced his adopted 
home of East Texas, where he served our community on air for over 
forty-three years, most recently with KTBB.
  Through his reporting and commentary, John played a direct role in 
our daily lives, filling an otherwise silent morning commute with 
community updates, state and national news, guidance, and laughter.
  When John wasn't filling the radio waves, he was out in our 
community. John was active in many civic organizations, working with 
those in need and those with disabilities.
  In particular, John was devoted to his work with the Tyler Together 
Race Relations Forum, in addition to the League of Women Voters, the 
March of Dimes, the Tyler Church and Community Network, and East Texas 
Wheelers and Walkers.
  Even further, John was also the former president of Leadership Tyler 
and the Smith County Community Partnership Council, raising up new 
leaders in our community advocating for its success.
  A devout believer, John always prioritized his time serving with the 
church and other community groups.
  John's un-timely passing will undoubtedly take a toll on East Texas.
  I am proud to join his family, his friends, his colleagues, and the 
entire First District of Texas in remembering John and honoring his 
lifetime of service. He will be sorely missed.

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