November 16, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1931 them the opportunity to hone their public- Mr. and Mrs. Gulsby’s long and fruitful mar- The 110th and 111th Congresses acted speaking skills. Since 1998 the Club has riage serves as a prime example of the sacred boldly to confront pressing challenges; we sponsored its annual Imagineers contest, bond of marriage. Their love and dedication to worked hard, put in long hours, and prolifically which encourages area fifth graders to use their children, grandchildren, and great-grand- passed vital pieces of legislation. Congres- creativity and critical thinking to design solu- children epitomize a happy and devoted fam- sional scholars have even called the 111th tions to current problems using everyday ma- ily. Congress ‘‘one of the most productive’’ in our terials. Furthermore, the Club promotes the Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United nation’s history. Thanks to your hard work and need for youth to develop a well-balanced set States Congress, it is my pleasure to join Clar- vision, we have been a part of a Congress of skills by sponsoring athletic competitions for ence and Glenda Gulsby and their entire fam- that has looked forward, rather than back- area youth in addition to its countless aca- ily in celebration of their 50 wonderful years of wards, and has always put the middle class demic and scholarly programs. marriage. My wife, Vicki, and I wish them first. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join many more years of happiness. In closing, I would like to thank each of me to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the f these members for their extraordinary commit- Birmingham Optimist Club. The Club has pro- ment to public service and wish them the best vided a great service and continues to pro- THE SPECIAL ELECTION CLASS OF of luck in their future endeavors, which I and foundly impact the community by working with THE 110TH AND 111TH CONGRESSES my Democratic colleagues hope includes a re- our youth to develop and shape the leaders of turn to the House. tomorrow. I wish the Club many more years of HON. LAURA RICHARDSON f continued success as it enriches our commu- OF CALIFORNIA nities and helps today’s youth develop into to- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING DR. JOHN BARDO FOR morrow’s leaders. HIS 15 YEARS OF SERVICE AS Tuesday, November 16, 2010 CHANCELLOR OF WESTERN f Ms. RICHARDSON. Madam Speaker, as CAROLINA UNIVERSITY HONORING THE FIFTIETH WED- the 111th Congress comes to a close, it is fit- DING ANNIVERSARY OF CLAR- ting for us to recognize our colleagues who HON. HEATH SHULER ENCE AND GLENDA GULSBY will not be joining us in January for the start OF NORTH CAROLINA of the 112th Congress. Specifically, 3 of my IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES classmates from the special election class HON. JEFF MILLER Tuesday, November 16, 2010 OF FLORIDA from the 110th and 111th Congresses will be Mr. SHULER. Madam Speaker, I rise today IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES moving on to new endeavors, where they will undoubtedly achieve great success and distin- to honor Western Carolina University Chan- Tuesday, November 16, 2010 guish themselves, just as they did while serv- cellor John Bardo. Mr. Bardo has served Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, on ing their constituents and the American people Western Carolina University since 1995 guid- behalf of the United States Congress, it is an in this body. ing the university through student and campus honor for me to rise today to recognize the For the outstanding accomplishments that expansions and helping create a high quality Golden Wedding Anniversary of Clarence and we achieved during their tenure, I would like to residential Honors College. Mr. Bardo is a Glenda Gulsby of Molino, Florida. recognize these representatives and thank champion of education and deserves such Clarence and Glenda Gulsby were married them, for their service: BILL FOSTER, TRAVIS commendation. on October 28, 1960, at Pugh’s Chapel As- W. CHILDERS, SCOTT MURPHY. Over the last 15 years, Dr. Bardo has led sembly of God in Molino. Both Mr. and Mrs. Each of these members has been instru- the faculty and staff members of Western Gulsby are life-long residents of Molino and mental in formulating and implementing poli- Carolina towards recognition as a distin- are graduates of the local high school, J.M. cies that serve the best interests of the Amer- guished center for teaching and learning. Tate High School. ican people and that will continue to shape the Western Carolina led the way not only in Mr. and Mrs. Gulsby have three children, future of our nation for generation to come. North Carolina but across the country in re- Sue, Bill and Wayne, in addition to four grand- These colleagues of mine—though their quiring that all students own a computer in children and two great-grandchildren. All three service, intellect, and companionship will be order to take maximum advantage of online in- generations of the Gulsby family live on a con- missed dearly—can look back on these last formation and communications. This standard tiguous property, exemplifying the idyllic model two years in Congress and take pride in the is common practice throughout college and of a close-knit American family. historical legislative achievements of which universities today but was spearheaded by the The Gulsby’s love for their family is evi- they were a part. These members can take work of Dr. Bardo. denced by their dedication and support. Mrs. heart in the knowledge that our legislative During Dr. Bardo’s tenure, Western Carolina Gulsby’s devotion to raising her children and achievements assisted in pulling the country adopted a unique and innovative tenure and maintaining the family household provided a through some of its toughest times. They were promotion policy to award faculty members for strong support foundation for their children; all instrumental in the passage of landmark legis- going beyond traditional teaching, research the while, Mr. Gulsby worked hard to provide lation such as: and service. This cutting-edge approach re- for his family through his drive, fierce deter- Health Care Reform, ensuring that the wards faculty members’ scholarly activities mination and a strong work ethic. Mr. Gulsby wealthiest country in the world gives all of its and stresses emboldened links between stu- retired from Champion/International Paper citizens an opportunity to receive decent care dent’s academic and extracurricular activities. Company after 42 years; however, at times he and ending the worst insurance industry This leading-edge approach is regarded as a worked three jobs, including farming and oper- abuses. national model by higher education associa- ating Gulsby Blacksmith and Welding Shop, to Wall Street Reform, promising to the Amer- tions. ensure that he provided the best possible life ican people that the greed of Wall Street ex- Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues to for his family. At the age of 78, he can still ecutives will never again jeopardize their sav- join me in recognizing the accomplishments of swing a sledge hammer. ings, retirement, or livelihood. Dr. John Bardo for his accomplished work as This remarkable couple has also been ac- The Recovery Act, providing the invest- Chancellor of Western Carolina University. I tive in the local community. Despite retire- ments necessary for the American economy to thank him for his contributions to Western ment, Mr. Gulsby still carries an immense create new jobs while saving existing ones, North Carolina and wish him continual suc- work ethic; he has been active in local politics and spur economic activity while laying the cess as an educator. and community efforts for over 40 years and groundwork for long-term growth. f currently serves on the Fire Safety Citizen Ad- These members can also proudly look back TRIBUTE TO JUSTICE JAMES A. visory Committee. Mr. Gulsby was also suc- at other important accomplishments such as: ARDAIZ cessful in obtaining local telephone dialing for Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, Credit CARD Act, his lifelong town of Molino to the rest of Children’s Health Insurance Program Reau- Escambia County, Florida. While working to thorization Act, American Clean Energy and HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH OF CALIFORNIA obtain these dialing rights, he was known to Security Act, Student Aid and Fiscal Responsi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES remark, ‘‘You can stand on a stump and talk bility Act, Hire Act, Cash for Clunkers, Small farther than you can call,’’ which was well-re- Business Jobs and Credit Act, Disclose Act, Tuesday, November 16, 2010 ceived by all, including the Public Service Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Mr. RADANOVICH. Madam Speaker, I rise Commission and the local phone company. Services Act. today to acknowledge and honor Justice

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:17 Nov 17, 2010 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16NO8.060 E16NOPT1 jbell on DSKDVH8Z91PROD with REMARKS E1932 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 16, 2010 James A. Ardaiz, who is retiring as Presiding Pastor Traylor is noted for his unwavering Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Justice in the California Court of Appeal—Fifth stance on Biblical issues and unyielding de- me today in recognizing Mr. Patrick Lynch on Appellate District. Justice Ardaiz has had a fense of the Christian faith. Pastor Traylor has the occasion of his installation as President of long and distinguished career spanning over served as First Vice President of the Southern the National Funeral Directors Association for three decades, adhering to extremely high Baptist Convention in 2000, President of the 2010–2011. Mr. Lynch’s career is comprised standards of quality and integrity. Florida Baptist Convention in 1995, President of decades of tireless dedication to assisting Justice Ardaiz is retiring at the end of this of the Southern Baptist Convention’s 2004 grieving families in a time of great need. I wish year, and his absence will be noted by all who Pastors’ Conference, and he currently serves him success in his tenure of President of have followed his honorable legal career. He as moderator of the Pensacola Bay Baptist NFDA and many years of continued service to has a reputation of being a hard worker, an in- Association. Through his passion and leader- our community and country. telligent and principled jurist, and a firm adher- ship, Pastor Traylor has touched numerous f ent to justice. He was recognized by the Judi- lives throughout the northwest Florida commu- HONORING THE CONGRESSIONAL cial Council of California in 1999 as the Cali- nity and throughout the world. CLASS OF 2006 fornia Jurist of the Year. Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United Justice Ardaiz is a recognized leader in our States Congress, I am proud to celebrate community. In addition to his legal accomplish- twenty years of Pastor Ted Traylor’s dedicated HON. LAURA RICHARDSON ments, which are many, he is co-author of a service. I know that this anniversary is only OF CALIFORNIA book called California Evidence, which looks the first of many more to come. My wife Vicki IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES at evidence law in California. He has also writ- and I wish him, his wife Liz, and their two chil- Tuesday, November 16, 2010 ten articles about the death penalty and the dren, Rachel and Bennett, all the best. May Ms. RICHARDSON. Madam Speaker, as California ‘‘Three Strikes’’ law. Another mark the Spirit of the Lord continue to bless Pastor the 111th Congress comes to a close, it is fit- of success in Justice Ardaiz’s life is his family. Traylor, his family, and the congregation of ting for us to recognize our colleagues who He has been married to his wife, Pam, for 40 Olive Baptist Church. will not be joining us in January for the start years, and they have three children. f of the 112th Congress. Specifically, 16 of my It is clear that Justice Ardaiz’s service as classmates from the incoming Congressional Presiding Justice in the Fifth District Court of IN RECOGNITION OF MR. PATRICK LYNCH FOR MANY DECADES OF class of 2006 will be moving on to new en- Appeal will continue to sustain justice and in- deavors, where they will undoubtedly achieve spire others for generations to come. Madam SERVICE AS HE ASSUMES THE PRESIDENCY OF THE NATIONAL great success and distinguish themselves, just Speaker, please join me in commending Jus- as they did while serving their constituents tice James A. Ardaiz for a job well done. FUNERAL DIRECTORS ASSOCIA- TION and the American people in this body. f For the outstanding accomplishments that we achieved during their tenure, I would like to HONORING THE TWENTIETH ANNI- HON. GARY C. PETERS recognize these representatives and thank VERSARY OF PASTOR TED OF MICHIGAN them for their service: HARRY MITCHELL, PHIL TRAYLOR AS PASTOR OF OLIVE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HARE, CAROL SHEA-PORTER, JOHN HALL, BAPTIST CHURCH Tuesday, November 16, 2010 CHARLIE WILSON, PATRICK MURPHY, STEVE KAGEN, PAUL HODES, RON KLEIN, BARON HILL, Mr. PETERS. Madam Speaker, I rise today HON. JEFF MILLER MICHAEL ARCURI, ZACK SPACE, CHRIS CARNEY, to recognize Mr. Patrick Lynch as he assumes OF FLORIDA CIRO RODRIGUEZ, BRAD ELLSWORTH, JOE his presidency of the National Funeral Direc- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SESTAK. tors Association. As a Member of Congress, it Tuesday, November 16, 2010 Each of these members has been instru- is my honor and privilege to recognize Mr. mental in formulating and implementing poli- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, on Lynch on achieving this milestone in his ca- cies that serve the best interests of the Amer- behalf of the United States Congress, it is an reer. ican people and that will continue to shape our honor for me to rise today to recognize Pastor As owner and operator of Lynch and Sons future in a positive way for generations to Ted Traylor’s twentieth anniversary as pastor Funeral Directors in Clawson, Michigan, Mr. come. of Olive Baptist Church in Pensacola, Florida. Lynch has worked since 1972 to provide sup- These colleagues of mine—though their Founded in 1894, Olive Baptist Church has port for families in their time of greatest need. service, intellect, and companionship will be experienced great growth by the grace of God As a second generation funeral director, Mr. missed dearly—can look back on these last and through its devout leadership. Almost a Lynch has worked diligently to ensure a high two years in Congress and take pride in the century after its founding, Dr. Ted Traylor was quality of service and support for families in historical legislative achievements of which called to become its Pastor. Since November grief over the loss of their loved ones. Mr. they were a part. The Class of 2006 can take 1990, Pastor Traylor has answered his calling; Lynch’s career is marked with many years of heart in the knowledge that our legislative his inspirational preaching over the last twenty service in both the Michigan (MFDA) and Na- achievements assisted in pulling the country years has brought people a fresh under- tional Funeral Directors Associations (NFDA). through some of its toughest times, marked by standing of God’s Word and has challenged His many assignments have included work on the housing crisis, financial crash, and ensuing them to dedicate themselves to follow the te- the executive boards of both MFDA and recession. You were instrumental in the pas- nets of the Lord. NFDA, as well as service on NFDA’s Public sage of landmark legislation such as: In addition to Sunday services and the var- Relations, Pursuit of Excellence and Con- Health Care Reform, ensuring that the ious spiritual activities held at the church, Pas- sumer Protection Committees. wealthiest country in the world gives all of its tor Traylor reaches thousands of homes along Mr. Lynch has shown a lifetime of leader- citizens an opportunity to receive decent care the Gulf Coast through his weekly radio and ship in his field and unyielding commitment to and ending the worst insurance industry television ministry, At the Heart of Things. the pursuit of excellence in service. Under his abuses. His weekly messages of faith also reach an leadership, the Lynch and Sons Funeral Direc- Wall Street Reform, promising to the Amer- international audience through the internet, tors have sought to the highest standards in ican people that the greed of Wall Street ex- and while Pastor Traylor has preached exten- its work at its seven Detroit area locations. As ecutives will never again jeopardize their sav- sively throughout the United States, he has President of the Michigan Funeral Directors ings, retirement, or livelihood. also traveled the globe to share the Word of Association, MFDA passed landmark con- The Recovery Act, providing the funding God. Emanuel University in Oradea, Romania, sumer protections to ensure the rights of necessary to establish a foundation upon has honored Pastor Traylor by naming him to grieving families. Furthermore, while leading which the American economy could create their Pastoral Leadership. He travels fre- the MFDA, Mr. Lynch brought together over new jobs while saving existing ones, and spur quently to preach and teach the Gospel in 1,600 clergy, hospice workers, and funeral di- economic activity while investing in long-term Eastern Europe. Through Pastor Traylor’s rectors to discuss how to provide the best growth. leadership and vision to uphold and spread continuum of care to the dying, the dead and The Class of 2006 can also proudly look the Word of Christ, Olive Baptist has spon- the bereaved. At the national level, Mr. Lynch back at other important accomplishments such sored international mission trips to Russia, has been recognized with the Golden Eagle as: Housing and Economic Recovery Act, Kazakhstan, Indonesia, Egypt, Costa Rica, Award for his work in the NFDA’s Pursuit of Emergency Economic Stabilization Act, Hon- India, Bahamas, and Brazil. Excellence program. est Leadership and Open Government Act,

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