[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 69 (Thursday, April 24, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E334-E335]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING RON TILLEY OF CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH

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                           HON. TIM BURCHETT

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 24, 2025

  Mr. BURCHETT. Mr. Speaker, today I recognize Ron Tilley for his 
seventy plus years of ministry and service to East Tennessee. I've seen 
some pretty impressive resumes in my time, but none may be as 
impressive as Brother Ron's.
  Sharing my love for cars, Ron owned Tilley Lane Chrysler Dodge 
Dealership in Lenoir City where his business became a pillar of the 
community. In addition to owning a beloved local business, he is also a 
legend in sports as he was inducted into the Lenoir City Sports Hall of 
Fame. He was also an original member of the Kingsman Quartet.
  If you ask Ron, all of this pales in comparison to his walk with 
Christ. In 1947, Ron was saved at the Broadway Baptist Church in 
Maryville, Tennessee. He then went on to live a Christ-centered life 
serving as the music director for a number of churches and Christian 
organizations throughout East Tennessee. Since August of 2014, Ron has 
served as the Minister of Music at Calvary Baptist Church, where he is 
now retiring after seven decades of service.
  I thank Ron for being a role model, friend to all, and most 
importantly a good steward of Christ. While he may be retiring, I have 
no doubt that he will continue his service to his community.

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  Please join me in congratulating Ron Tilley on his outstanding career 
and life as he begins a new chapter.

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