[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 50 (Thursday, March 21, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H1301]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      HONORING THE LIFE OF THE HONORABLE VIRGIL MARCUS JONES, SR.

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Georgia (Mr. Carter) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life 
of the Honorable Virgil Marcus Jones, Sr., who passed away peacefully 
at the age of 60.
  Mr. Jones graduated from the Bradwell Institute in Liberty County 
where he played varsity basketball. After high school, he attended 
Morris Brown College as well as Georgia State University.
  He served his community at the Liberty County Tax Commissioner's 
Office as a clerk before becoming the first African-American male to 
become Liberty County's tax commissioner in 2007.
  Virgil was also a leader at St. James A.M.E. Church where he served 
as trustee, the finance steward, the youth adviser, and as a member of 
the gospel choir and male choir.
  Georgia's resolution, H.R. 1302, was adopted to honor Virgil's memory 
as one of Georgia's most distinguished citizens.
  Virgil Jones, Sr., will be remembered by all the lives that he 
touched.


                   Mourning the Loss of Herb Campbell

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to express my 
condolences to Herb Campbell, a World War II veteran, who passed away 
at the age of 98.
  Born in Kirtland, Ohio, Herb enlisted in the U.S. Army to fight in 
World War II, proudly serving our country and earning three Bronze 
Stars.
  Herb used the skills and expertise he gained while fighting in the 
Pacific theater to create his company, Campbell's Erosion Control, 
which dutifully served the people of the First Congressional District.
  Herb was a member of Ohio Operating Engineers, the Veterans of 
Foreign Wars, and Christ Church.
  Herb was a father to his 13 children and a grandfather to his many 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Among many other hobbies, he 
liked to garden, dance, and, above all, spend time with his family.
  Herb's legacy will live on as the prime example of what it means to 
serve and put others before yourself.


                  Recognizing Manfred ``Fred'' Harpole

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Fred 
Harpole for his hard work and leadership as he retires from his 
position as assistant director for FLECT Core Training Operations 
Directorate.
  In his position, Harpole is responsible for providing oversight of 
the firearms division, driver and marine division, enforcement 
operations division, and physical techniques division. Additionally, he 
manages oversight of the FLETC Artesia, New Mexico, training delivery 
point.
  Harpole became a member of the FLETC team in March of 2020 as the 
deputy assistant director for CTO. Shortly after, Harpole was promoted 
to the position of assistant director.
  Prior to his service at the FLETC, Harpole served in multiple 
operations and training positions for both TSA and the Federal Air 
Marshal Service. His background, skills, and firsthand insight have 
made him a valuable source of information for public officials.
  Mr. Harpole, who began his law enforcement career in 1987 with the 
Milwaukee Police Department, will be revered into the future for his 
dedication to public service and the protection of the American people.


                         Remembering Bob Coble

  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today in remembrance of 
Bob Coble, a local Savannahian who positively impacted the lives of his 
families, friends, and others within the community.
  Though born in North Carolina, Coble lived most of his life in Long 
and Liberty Counties. He served in various industries and accumulated 
multiple skills throughout his adult life. Before retiring as an 
electrical engineer, Coble was a bailiff for the Long County Probate 
and Superior Courts. He also demonstrated his devotion to his country 
by serving in the U.S. Army, during which he fought in Vietnam.
  In addition to his other roles, Coble served the younger citizens of 
Georgia's First District as he repeatedly served as a helper for Santa 
Claus and Easter Bunny festivities along with supporting youth 
development at the Masonic Children's Home.
  Coble's achievement and works of service for the community and the 
Nation have left a lasting mark that will be remembered far into the 
future.

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