[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 136 (Tuesday, August 15, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E779]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      RECOGNIZING RONNIE LEE JETT

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                         HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 15, 2023

  Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Ronald 
``Ronnie'' Jett, who has recently passed away, and to honor his service 
to Virginia's First District and the Nation.
  Ronnie served as a life member on the Northumberland Rescue Squad and 
is a recipient of the Michael B. Player Award for excellence in EMS. 
His service to his community continued with the Fairfields Volunteer 
Fire Department, where he served as an active member for nearly four 
decades. He has also been recognized as a life member for this service.
  In January 1996, Ronnie was sworn into office for the Northumberland 
County Board of Supervisors for District 5. While on the Board he acted 
as Vice Chair for six years, Chairman for eighteen years, Emergency 
Services Director for eighteen years, and liaison for the Board to the 
Northern Neck Regional Jail since July 2000. His work on the Board 
includes enhancements to the County 911 System, obtaining funding for 
the Fire Department, construction of school complexes, athletic fields, 
and first responder facilities. His loyalty and care for the citizens 
and staff was clearly visible through his work to better his County.
  Ronnie was a family man who survived by his wife, Linda S. Jett, 
daughters, Carrie Jo Jett and Kelly Morgan Jett, stepdaughters Kristi 
and Carlina; eight grandchildren, Kyndal, Karter, Haleigh, Michael, 
Keith, Macey, Dallas, and Michael Jr.; sister, Patsy Basye, and 
numerous caring nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death 
by his mother and father, Doris and Wilson Jett, and his brothers, 
Mitchell and Michael Jett. He could often be found spending time with 
his dog, Mia, or on his boat with family when he was away from his 
businesses, Smith Point Seafood and Cockrells Creek Deli.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in recognizing the service, 
accomplishments, and values of Ronnie Lee Jett. May God bless Ronnie, 
and may He look over Ronnie's family as we remember his splendid life.

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