[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 9227]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF NORTHWEST FLORIDA'S BELOVED WENDELL 
                                GRIFFITH

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 18, 2012

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States 
Congress, it is an honor for me to rise today to recognize the life and 
service of Northwest Florida's beloved Wendell Griffith.
  For nearly 25 years, Wendell Griffith was a constant presence on the 
campus of Northwest Florida State College. As a professor of United 
States and World History, Mr. Griffith had a unique personal teaching 
style that inspired his students to engage with history and learn 
invaluable life lessons. A true patriot, Mr. Griffith served his 
country honorably in the United States Marine Corps and his reverence 
for our Constitution guided both his service to our nation and the 
community.
  Mr. Griffith was remembered by students and colleagues alike as a 
truly world class story teller. By framing historical events in this 
unique context, he was able to reach thousands of students and instill 
in them a true and full appreciation of history and of the importance 
of historical events and documents. Mr. Griffith was also an ardent 
follower of politics, and he bestowed upon his students an appreciation 
for the importance of participating in American democracy.
  Mr. Griffith was also a loving and committed husband, father and 
friend. He is survived by his wife, Sara Lynn, his three sons, Edward, 
Brett and Lucas, his two grandchildren, Nathan and James, and scores of 
friends, colleagues and students. To some, Wendell Griffith will be 
remembered as an inspiring teacher, to others as a true American 
patriot. To his family and friends, he will be remembered as a loyal 
and caring family man.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, it gives me 
great pride to honor the life of Wendell Griffith. My wife Vicki joins 
me in extending our most sincere condolences to the entire Griffith 
family.

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