[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16337]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO JERRY C. PRUIETT

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                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 21, 2015

  Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 
career of veteran, community leader, and my longtime friend Jerry C. 
Pruiett, who will retire after a lifetime of work. Jerry's 
extraordinary commitment to community service reflects the best values 
of Central Texas; his strong work ethic and his friendly and inspiring 
attitude lifts all around him.
  Jerry's military career was but a humble beginning of a life filled 
with love and service. A gifted athlete, Jerry turned down an 
opportunity to try out for the New York Mets to join the Navy. He 
served his country aboard two Navy aircraft carriers: the USS Coral 
Sea, known as the ``Ageless Warrior'', and the USS Enterprise, the 
world's first nuclear powered aircraft carrier.
  After the Navy, Jerry continued life in the civil service for two 
more years at Kelly Air Force Base. Shortly thereafter, Jerry accepted 
a Job with ButterKrust Bakery and shouldered the responsibility of 
General Sales Manager for 28 years. In 2003, Jerry went to work for K&N 
Management and will retire on October 24, 2015
  Over the years, Jerry found numerous ways to serve his fellow man in 
the Round Rock, Texas Community. In 2010 Jerry coordinated a successful 
golf tournament to support Nevus Outreach to help children born with 
skin diseases. Having seen his father diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Jerry 
wanted to do all he could to help those in need and would later 
organize a fundraiser in support of research into that debilitating 
disease.
  When I reflect on Jerry's life of service and our friendship over the 
years I am reminded of the teachings of Christ when he taught, 
``whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters 
of mine, you did for me.'' To Jerry, these are not mere words but a 
summons by which to live a fulfilling live. I am proud to call Jerry my 
friend. Round Rock is lucky to have him as a part of our growing 
community.
  Retirement is to be celebrated and enjoyed. It is not the end of a 
career, but rather the beginning of a new adventure. I salute Jerry 
Pruiett for his hard work and dedication to his community. I wish him 
only the best in the years ahead.

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