[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 118 (Tuesday, July 11, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E655]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     HONORING 90 YEARS OF FAMILY BUSINESS WITH THE STOTLAR PHARMACY

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                             HON. MIKE BOST

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 11, 2023

  Mr. BOST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Stotlar Pharmacy 
of Pinckneyville, Illinois, for its over 90 years of service to Perry 
County residents. This is a true American success story: a family owned 
and operated small business in the heart of one of the region's best 
small cities.
  Stotlar Pharmacy was founded in 1932 by Joe Stotlar. At the time of 
its founding, the Stotlar Pharmacy not only filled prescriptions, but 
had a soda fountain, sold toiletries, gifts, film, cameras, similar to 
what many would consider an ``old time'' drug store.
  In the 1960s, the pharmacy saw many changes, which included moving 
across the street from their original location, and now offering 
pharmacy services, delivery, and a gift shop.
  Joe Stotlar's sons, Jim and Gene, were physicians with offices close 
by as they assisted in overseeing the store after their father. The 
family tradition continues today with Joe's grandchildren: Bill, 
Barbara, Tom, and Rich. His grandchildren are now serving as the proud 
owners and managers of Stotlar Pharmacy.
  Joe's family remembers him as a very good businessman who was willing 
to help out anyone in their time of need. With all the Stotlar family 
has given to our community, I am proud to now give them the recognition 
they deserve.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing the Stotlar Pharmacy for 
all they do to keep Southern Illinoisans happy and healthy. We are 
fortunate to have such strong family businesses in Southern Illinois, 
something that should inspire the next generation of community leaders 
to come.

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