[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 109 (Friday, June 28, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E681]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                       RECOGNIZING CONGRESSIONAL 
                 PATRIOT AWARD RECIPIENT CURTIS FENDLEY

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 28, 2024

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Curtis Fendley 
of Paris, Texas, and present him with the Congressional Patriot Award. 
For over four decades, Curtis has served and uplifted our community 
through his leadership and dedication.
  Curtis was born and raised in Paris, TX. He graduated from Texas A&M 
University, where he received his BBA in Accounting and MBA in Finance. 
Curtis began his career as a Cost Accountant for Rockwall International 
and Uarco Business Forms. He worked his way up to become the Chief 
Financial Officer for Christus Health and Saint Joseph Hospital in 
Paris. Curtis currently serves as a Partner at Pierson & Fendley 
Insurance Agency and Vice Chair of the Paris Economic Development 
Corporation.
  Throughout his career, Curtis has continued to be an active member of 
our community in many ways. In 2003, he was elected to serve as the 
Mayor of Paris. For three years, Curtis oversaw Paris' successful 
economic development and business growth. Additionally, he previously 
served as the President of Lamar County Chamber of Commerce and United 
Way. For his outstanding work, Curtis was named a Hometown Hero in 2009 
by The Independent Insurance Agents of Texas. The Lamar County Chamber 
of Commerce also recognized Curtis as Volunteer of the Year in 2016 and 
2017. A devoted man of faith, Curtis attends Holy Cross Episcopal 
Church with his wife, Barbara. I am proud of Curtis's lifelong 
contributions to our community, and I wish him continued success for 
many years to come.
  It is an honor to bestow Curtis with the Patriot Award for his 
exceptional service to the people of North Texas.

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