[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 9650]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   IN HONOR OF DENNIS PATRICK MULLINS

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                         HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 21, 2017

  Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take a moment to 
commemorate the life of Mr. Dennis Patrick ``Pat'' Mullins, who passed 
away on May 28, 2017, at the age of 79. Throughout his life, Mr. 
Mullins was an esteemed leader in our community and a devoted husband, 
father, and grandfather. Revered for his ability to bring people 
together and beloved for his vibrant personality, charm, and great 
sense of humor, Mr. Mullins embodied the essence of a true conservative 
and a Virginia gentleman. Under his extraordinary leadership, the 
Republican Party of Virginia experienced a period of expansion and 
tremendous success, unparalleled in recent years. His legacy endures 
and he will always be remembered and missed by many.
  Originally from St. Albans, West Virginia, Mr. Mullins earned his 
bachelor's degree from Columbia University in 1959, where he served as 
sports editor of the college daily newspaper, the Spectator. Later, he 
earned his law degree from George Washington University. In 1963, Mr. 
Mullins married his wife, Jackie, with whom he raised four children.
  Mr. Mullins's illustrious political career spanned multiple decades 
and commenced with his role as the Fairfax County Republican Committee 
Chairman from 1990 to 1996. After moving to Central Virginia, he served 
as the Chairman of Louisa County Republican Committee from 2008 to 
2009. Subsequently, he was elected as Chairman of the Republican Party 
of Virginia in 2009 and served until his retirement in 2015.
  In addition to his political activism, Mr. Mullins was known for his 
fervent passion for therapeutic horseback riding and his dedication to 
our community and his family. He served as a member of the American 
Paint Horse Foundation's Board of Directors and served as a Rotary 
District Governor. Mr. Mullins also always cherished his family and in 
his later years often regaled his grandchildren with vivacious stories. 
Mr. Mullins leaves behind a remarkable legacy and an extensive career 
of service to our Commonwealth. He will be greatly missed by the 
countless lives he has touched. He is survived by his four children, 
six grandchildren, and brother.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in celebrating the life 
of, and bidding farewell to, Pat Mullins. May he rest in peace, and his 
family be comforted.

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