[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E392]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





       HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF RICHARD A. ``DICK'' BROWN

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 29, 2026

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize 
the life and legacy of Richard A. ``Dick'' Brown of Conroe, Texas, a 
devoted husband, father, grandfather, and journalist whose dedication 
to family, service, and community will be long remembered.
  Born on December 21, 1937, in Spencer, North Carolina, Dick was the 
son of Carney Ray and Elizabeth Williams Brown. He grew up in a close 
family and was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Billy 
Ray Brown and Robert Carol Brown.
  Dick met his wife, Penelope ``Penny'' Briggs, while working at Vitro 
Corporation in Silver Spring, Maryland, where she served as a summer 
intern. They married and soon welcomed their children Derek Michael, 
Barrington Lee, and Teri Lynn. Dick proudly served in the United States 
Coast Guard Reserve and later built a long career at E Systems, earning 
his bachelor's degree in journalism from East Texas A&M University in 
Commerce before retiring from Raytheon. His leadership extended into 
the community through his involvement in the Raytheon Management Club 
and the Hunt County Republican Men's Club.
  Following retirement, Dick returned to his love of writing, working 
as a reporter for the Commerce Journal and the Greenville Herald 
Banner. His weekly column, The Bottom Line, and later his contributions 
to the Bay City Tribune, reflected his deep interest in people, public 
service, and the stories that shape communities. Above all. Dick 
treasured his family and took enormous pride in his children and 
grandchildren, remaining an active and loving presence in their lives.
  Richard A. ``Dick'' Brown embodied integrity, dedication, and a 
spirit of service to others. His life leaves a lasting imprint on his 
family, his community, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

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