[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 14]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 19097]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                TRIBUTE TO RUTH YVONNE WILLOUGHBY POOLE

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                           HON. CORRINE BROWN

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 23, 2009

  Ms. CORRINE BROWN of Florida. Madam Speaker, this communication is 
forwarded on behalf of the constituents of Congressional District Three 
and myself as we pay tribute to the life of Ruth Yvonne Willoughby 
Poole. We are all saddened that Yvonne is gone, but joyful that she has 
gone to be with her Heavenly Father.
  On this occasion, we join with the immediate family and loved ones in 
saying farewell and praising God for her life. Yvonne's tremendous 
character and accomplishments earned her the respect of her family, 
friends, and community. Yvonne was a role model for so many young 
people, founding her own real estate brokerage at the age of 29. Her 
trailblazing in this industry was truly inspirational and paved the way 
for so many others to succeed. As you experience this tremendous loss, 
please know that our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family, 
especially Yvonne's son, R. Donahue Peebles Jr., and Yvonne's 
grandchildren, R. Donahue Peebles III and Chloe Alexandra Peebles.
  We are happy to stand with everyone recognizing Yvonne's life on July 
27 at 11 a.m. in The Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. 
There is an emptiness that only those who have lost a close relative 
can understand. May the sympathy of those who care make the sorrow of 
your heart less difficult to bear. Along with all residents of 
Congressional District Three, I extend my best wishes to you and your 
family in these difficult times. I hope you will never hesitate to call 
on me or my staff if we may be of service in the future.

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