HONORING MASSELINE MELBA PEMBERTON

On 2026-10-13, Representative Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL-24) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING MASSELINE MELBA PEMBERTON" in the House.

HONORING MASSELINE MELBA PEMBERTON

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 160 (Tuesday, October 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 160 (Tuesday, October 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1070] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING MASSELINE MELBA PEMBERTON ______ HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON of florida in the house of representatives Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the late Mrs. Masseline Melba Pemberton, a faithful servant of God, a community activist, a loving mother and grandmother, as well as a dutiful member of Bethany Seventh-day Adventist Church, I include in the Record the following proclamation: Whereas, Mrs. Pemberton devoted herself to providing food and clothing for the poor and homeless; and Whereas, Mrs. Pemberton, a member of the King's Daughters, carried God's Word to the elderly through her missionary work at nursing homes and senior citizen centers; and Whereas, Mrs. Pemberton was an inspiration to and strong supporter of young women and men in South Florida and around the country; and Whereas, Mrs. Pemberton was a constant presence in inner- city communities pointing out the needs and working to improve the quality of life for all South Floridians; and Whereas, Mrs. Pemberton was an active member of her church Bethany Seventh-day Adventist Church, where she held various positions including, Deaconess, Teacher for the Youth Sabbath School and Vacation Bible School; and Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson, a Member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida, commend the late Mrs. Masseline Melba Pemberton for her unwavering commitment and faithful service to our community, to her family and friends, and to her church. ____________________