[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 140 (Tuesday, September 10, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E877-E878]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING DR. MARIE DAVIS

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 10, 2024

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
remarkable servant, Dr. Marie Davis.
  Dr. Marie Davis was born in Natchez, MS, 68 years ago and she 
currently resides in Chesapeake, Virginia. Her reflection of all the 
beautiful smiles of her hometown people prompt her to be a change in 
her hometown people lives.
  Dr. Davis presided over many community projects such as being a 
sponsor for the drive thru turkey and trimmings, donation of household 
supplies, hygiene products, and the ham and eggs Easter giveaways.
  During the year 2023, a storm swept through Natchez and Dr. Davis was 
informed that some homes were without electricity for days, homes had 
busted pipes, and inoperable hot water heaters. Dr. Davis sent a 
generous donation to the Salvation Army and AJFC agency.
  Dr. Davis' love for the seniors continues to radiate her heart so she 
connected with a longtime friend and ex coworker Alfredia Knight, 
together they made plans to take the elderly out to eat numerous times.
  Dr. Davis sponsored haircuts, shaves, and other requested needs. 
During a holiday visit to Natchez in December, she met with her friend 
Diane Good, the owner of a Performing Arts Center. During this visit, 
Dr. Davis purchased all the string and wind instruments, equipment, and 
decor for the center. Inspired by a vision, she connected with 
Jacqueline Marsaw and her group of grieving mothers and fathers, 
treating them to dinner and providing donations and gift cards to the 
members.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Dr. Marie 
Davis for her actions and achievements in the Natchez, MS community.

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