[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 85 (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E459]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   RECOGNIZING WILLIAM ``BILL'' POSEY

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                            HON. JOE WILSON

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 19, 2026

  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, America is grateful for 
the life and extraordinary career of The Honorable William Joseph 
``Bill'' Posey. The Congressman selflessly served the people of Florida 
and our Nation for 16 years in the United States House of 
Representatives. His warm smile will always be cherished.
  I appreciate his dedication and commitment to America. I include in 
the Record the following obituary provided by the Funeral Solutions SM:

       Former United States Congressman William Joseph ``Bill'' 
     Posey passed away on May 9, 2026, surrounded by his loving 
     family. Bill dedicated his life to serving the people of 
     Florida and our nation with integrity, humility, and an 
     unwavering commitment to public service. His passing marks 
     the end of a remarkable career that spanned decades of 
     leadership at the local, state, and federal levels. He 
     approached public office not as a path to personal 
     recognition but as a solemn responsibility to serve others 
     honorably, faithfully, and effectively.
       His legacy will endure through the countless lives he 
     touched, the communities he strengthened, and the values he 
     championed throughout his years of service. Those who knew 
     Bill personally understood that beyond the titles and 
     accomplishments was a kind, grounded, and deeply loyal man 
     who loved his family above all else.
       Congressman Posey represented Florida in the United States 
     House of Representatives from 2009 to 2025, following 
     distinguished service in both the Florida House of 
     Representatives and the Florida Senate. Throughout his 
     career, he earned a reputation as a principled conservative, 
     a steadfast advocate for fiscal responsibility and government 
     transparency, and a tireless supporter of America's space 
     program and the communities he proudly represented along 
     Florida's Space Coast.
       Bill will be remembered with gratitude, admiration, and 
     profound respect. His dedication to public service, his love 
     for Florida, and his steadfast belief in the promise of 
     America will never be forgotten.
       Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and 
     Beatrice Posey, brother, Bob, and nephew, Robbie. He is 
     survived by his wife, Katie, brother, Wayne (Liza), 
     daughters, Pam Persse (Mike), Cathi Householder (Jeff), God-
     daughter Melissa Dietel (Warren), grandchildren, Billy Carson 
     (Sarah Grace), Clarke Henry (Curtis), Katie Leyte-Vidal 
     (Daniel), Hunter Persse, Tanner Dietel, and five great-
     grandchildren.

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