[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 127 (Friday, August 2, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E794]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING THE LIFE OF MINNIE MAE ROBINSON

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                     HON. DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 2, 2024

  Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Mr. Speaker, It is with a heavy heart that I 
rise to recognize the remarkable life of Minnie Mae Robinson. Ms. 
Robinson was an extraordinary woman who, until the age of 102, lived 
her life with an unwavering love for serving God. Born on May 18, 1922, 
in the small town of Louisville, Georgia, Minnie's spiritual journey 
with faith began at an early age, and her humble beginnings set the 
groundwork for the profound spirituality that defined her life and 
legacy.
  She moved to Miami, Florida in 1950 and was always passionate about 
helping and caring for others. Minnie became a member of the historic 
St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church in the heart of 
Overtown, was an active and longtime member of the Usher Board, and 
served diligently as a member of the Mission Circle, the Flower Club 
and Eastern Star.
  Her passion for caring and serving others led her to pursue a career 
in nursing, a role she embraced with dedication and love. She was a 
committed and hard worker who believed in charitable giving and 
community service. Her first nursing Job was at Christian Hospital 
located in Overtown, the first black-owned hospital that provided 
medical care for black Miamians. She also worked at Mount Sinai Medical 
Center on Miami Beach and privately until her retirement.
  Throughout her life, Minnie exuded infinite wisdom and grace, taking 
on the roles of a devoted mother, loving grandmother, cherished sister, 
caring aunt, supportive cousin, and true friend Her impact was not 
confined to her immediate family. She touched the lives of countless 
individuals, offering unwavering support, genuine compassion, and a 
listening ear to all who were fortunate enough to cross her path. Her 
relentless dedication to serving others and her community made her a 
pillar of strength and a source of inspiration.
  Truly an inspiration, Minnie is remembered for her kind and generous 
spirit and legacy of service to family, church, and community. My heart 
is with her family in mourning the loss of this kind, generous, and 
compassionate soul. We were forever privileged to have shared this time 
with her. May her memory be a blessing.

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