[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 106 (Friday, June 16, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E577]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                CELEBRATING RUTH PLUMB'S 100TH BIRTHDAY

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                           HON. MICHAEL CLOUD

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 16, 2023

  Mr. CLOUD. Mr. Speaker, today I want to honor Ruth Plumb and 
recognize a wonderful life milestone, wishing her a very happy 100th 
birthday.
  Ruth was born in Houston, Texas on June 10, 1923, to Arnold Louis 
Hillendahl and Henrietta Viola Williams Hillendahl--with a long family 
history embedded in their Texas community. Ruth's ancestors were one of 
the five settling families in the area who played an important part in 
the history of the Spring Branch area of Houston, with even a branch of 
the Houston Library named for her father Arnold.
  Ruth lived on the Houston family farm until her 1943 marriage to 
Charles Wolf, who's time in the Navy stationed them right in our 
district--Corpus Christi Texas and then eventually to Astoria Oregon 
and San Diego California. After Charles was released from the navy, the 
couple happily resided in Houston until his death in 1963. After 
Charles' passing, Ruth remarried 10 years later to John Plumb and the 
couple resided in Katy, Texas until John's eventual passing in 1978. 
Ruth relocated to the Spring Branch area of Houston to be closer to 
family--until she ultimately came back to Texas-27 in the wonderful 
town of Port Lavaca, where she still lives today.
  Above all, Ruth is known as a faithful member of her community and a 
dear friend to all--investing in those around her and loving her 
neighbor as herself. Through her travels, her relationships, and her 
service, she continues to be a prime example of a life truly well 
lived--and our district is better for it.
  I'm thrilled to be able to help play a small part in recognizing Ruth 
and wishing her a wonderful 100th birthday. May God continue to bless 
her life and bless those around her.

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