[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 152 (2006), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 15866]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO GAYLA GRAHAM HEGGEMAN

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                             HON. JO BONNER

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 25, 2006

  Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to pay tribute to the life of a 
wonderful lady, Gayla Graham Heggeman, who passed away June 27, 2006, 
in a tragic car accident.
  An accomplished businesswoman, Gayla was a tremendous asset to 
Alabama and was adored by many friends and family members. Among other 
things, Gayla co-owned C&G Boat Works and Graham Gulf Incorporated with 
her brother Janson Graham. The two, along with their mother, also owned 
Silver King, a 142-acre golf club. Their businesses spanned across much 
of lower Alabama achieving not only financial success for the family 
but providing several contributions to the entire area.
  To all who loved her, Gayla was a trusted friend and confidant. 
Moreover, few things were more important to her than her family and 
friends. Not surprisingly, Gayla garnered a tremendous amount of 
respect throughout the southern Alabama community.
  Gayla is survived by her mother, Sybil Graham-Radford, her 
stepfather, Harry Radford, and her brother, Janson. In addition, 
countless friends, business acquaintances, and fellow community members 
mourn her passing. Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join with me in 
recognizing the many achievements of Gayla's life.

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