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HONORING THE LIFE OF LARRY BRUCE YAWN
(Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Georgia's very own college football legend, Larry Bruce Yawn.
Bruce was a native of Americus, Georgia, eventually moving to Statesboro in 1959 where he would graduate from Statesboro High School with a full scholarship to play for the University of Georgia's football team.
While playing for the University of Georgia, Bruce was inducted into the National Football Foundation College Hall of Fame, having played in the Cotton Bowl, Liberty Bowl, and Sugar Bowl, and being a member of the All-Academic SEC Team.
After graduating, Bruce went on to become the owner of the well-known and community-loved Snooky's Restaurant in Statesboro until its closing in 2012. Bruce went on to manage the Willow Pond Senior Center for several years before retiring. His remaining years were spent with his wife, Carol, and his children, who I know miss him dearly. His love for his community, family, and friends is something we should all work to build in ourselves.
Madam Speaker, having been a prominent member in his community and church, Bruce's passing is felt by the entire community. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and all who knew him during this time.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 22
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