[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 10]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 13532]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING THE LIFE OF ROBERT BUTT

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                         HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 22, 2016

  Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Robert 
Butt who passed away at the age of 92 on September 18th, 2016.
  Robert, a World War II flight engineer and tailgunner on B-24 
bombers, chose to devote his life to education after serving his 
nation. He received his bachelor's degree from Davidson College and his 
master's in education administration from William & Mary. His first 
teaching experience came as a high school teacher in Georgia before he 
moved north to Virginia to continue his career. His time in education 
culminated with serving 19 years as the superintendent of schools in 
Loudoun County.
  Coming from a family of educators, I appreciate the invaluable role 
that educators play in inspiring our students. Robert's long career in 
education allowed him to touch countless minds and aid them in pursuing 
their dreams. Furthermore, because of his success as superintendent, 
his legacy will continue to have an impact on young men and women in 
Loudoun County for many years to come.
  Robert will be sincerely missed by all those who had the pleasure of 
knowing him both on a personal and a professional level. I know that he 
has impacted many in his life, and we are all grateful for having known 
him. He is survived by his wife, Elinor; their daughter, Karen 
Broaddus, his grandchildren Aaron, Anna, Jessica and Eliza, and his six 
great-grandchildren.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in celebrating the life 
of, and bidding farewell to, Robert Butt. May he rest in peace, and his 
family be comforted.

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