[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 197 (Thursday, November 30, 2023)]
[House]
[Pages H5991-H5992]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
HONORING DR. AMBROUS OLIVER ``BUTCH'' FINDLEY, JR.
The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Rose). The Chair recognizes the
gentleman from Georgia (Mr. Clyde) for 5 minutes.
Mr. CLYDE. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor and celebrate the life
of Dr. Ambrous Oliver Findley, Jr., affectionately known as ``Butch,''
who recently passed and is survived by his loving wife, Wanda, and his
children, grandchildren, sister, nephews, and dear friends.
Butch's life was filled with tremendous acts of service. After
obtaining a bachelor's in psychology from the University of South
Florida, Butch's commitment to the well-being of others led him to the
U.S. Navy where he selflessly served as a hospital corpsman. A man of
diverse talents and interests, Butch then returned to the University of
South Florida and obtained a bachelor's in biology and premed.
Butch's devotion to the medical profession later led him to attend
the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine and complete his
residency at the General Hospital in Pinellas Park, Florida. After this
pivotal chapter, Butch once again answered the call of duty, this time
as a physician in the United States Army where he served at the rank of
captain in Fort Stewart, Georgia.
For 42 years, Butch then dedicated himself to the well-being of
Georgians in Rabun County, leaving an indelible mark on the northeast
Georgia community that he served--first at Ridgecrest Hospital and
later at MedLink Rabun. He was not merely a physician; he was a beacon
of hope and healing, touching countless lives.
Beyond the stethoscope, Butch reveled in the simple joys of life.
Whether exploring new adventures or finding solace in the comfort of
home, he cherished precious moments with his family and friends.
Butch's kindness, compassion, and profound sense of duty will forever
resonate in the hearts of those who knew him. As we bid farewell to a
beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, we find
peace knowing that he is now with our Heavenly Father.
Georgia's Ninth District will always remember and honor the
incredible legacy that Dr. Butch Findley, Jr. left behind.
15th Annual Industry Appreciation Luncheon
Mr. CLYDE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Hall County's top
industries for 2023. Earlier this month, the Greater Hall County
Chamber of Commerce held its 15th Annual Industry Appreciation Luncheon
at Lanier Technical College in Gainesville. On behalf of the Ninth
District, I would like to recognize this year's winners.
First, congratulations to Mar-Jac Poultry for receiving the Top Large
Employer award for 2023. Based in Gainesville, the poultry capital of
the world, Mar-Jac Poultry plays a pivotal role in our community's
economic prosperity.
With the help of its 1,400 dedicated employees, Mar-Jac Poultry
processes 2.4 million birds per week with plans to expand capacity by
50 percent and create 100 new jobs. I am proud to recognize Mar-Jac
Poultry for this exciting award, and I thank the company for investing
in our community.
This year's top Medium Sized Employer award is Corporate Storage, a
successful third-party logistics provider with 56 hardworking
employees.
Over the years, Corporate Storage has evolved from the initial moving
and storage company, Adams Transfer Company, which was founded in
Athens back in 1903, into a thriving business that provides commercial
warehousing, records management, and logistic services.
[[Page H5992]]
Corporate Storage recently completed a $15 million expansion to
improve service for manufacturing, healthcare, and food processing
customers throughout north Georgia. Congratulations, Corporate Storage,
for this well-deserved recognition.
Last but not least, I would like to honor the Top Small Employer,
pdblowers, Incorporated, which employs 28 Georgians at its headquarters
in Gainesville.
Founded in 1990, pdblowers is a custom manufacturer of positive
displacement blower systems, including fabrication, design, and systems
integration. The business has built an outstanding reputation as a
leading distributor in its field due to years of exceptional customer
service, innovative solutions, and on-time delivery. Congratulations,
pdblowers, Incorporated.
Additional companies honored by the Greater Hall County Chamber of
Commerce include: Carroll Daniel Construction for workforce
development, Performance Foodservice for workforce excellence, Marel
for safety performance, ZF for corporate responsibility, and Harris
Products Group for environmental responsibility.
Congratulations to Hall County's 2023 top industry winners. I thank
each of the recognized companies for investing in our community,
driving innovation, and fostering economic growth in Hall County.
____________________