[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 115 (Wednesday, July 15, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E695]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       REMEMBERING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF LARRY DAVID HAMBY, SR.

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 15, 2026

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and 
legacy of Larry David Hamby, Sr., a devoted husband, father, 
grandfather, businessman, and community leader whose life was defined 
by hard work, integrity, faith, and service.
  Born in Austin, Texas, Larry was raised in humble circumstances that 
taught him the value of perseverance and determination. After leaving 
school to help support his family, he earned his Master's Plumbing 
License and built Hambone Plumbing and Hambone Sewer & Septic into 
respected businesses known throughout Central Texas for honest work and 
dependable service.
  Larry believed that success was measured by how you treated people. I 
had the pleasure of knowing him through his involvement with the Rotary 
Club and through countless acts of generosity, he gave back to his 
community and earned a reputation as someone who never met a stranger. 
Whether helping a neighbor, mentoring a young tradesman, or sharing a 
story with someone he had just met, Larry made people feel welcome and 
valued.
  Above all, Larry loved his family. Together with his wife, Barbara, 
he built a home centered on faith, love, and hard work. He taught his 
children and grandchildren to care for others and always be there for 
the people they love. A faithful member of St. Richard's Episcopal 
Church, Larry lived those values every day through his kindness and 
service to others.
  Larry is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara; his twelve children; 
his brother, Jimmy Hamby; 36 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren: and 
many other family members and friends.
  Mr. Speaker, Larry David Hamby, Sr. lived a life that left his 
family, his community, and Central Texas better than he found them. It 
is my honor to recognize his life and extend my deepest condolences to 
all who knew and loved him.

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