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HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF RICHARD A. "DICK" BROWN

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On 2026-04-29, Representative John R. Carter (R-TX-31) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF RICHARD A. "DICK" BROWN" in the House.

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Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E392] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF RICHARD A. ``DICK'' BROWN ______ HON. JOHN R. CARTER of texas in the house of representatives Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize the life and legacy of Richard A. ``Dick'' Brown of Conroe, Texas, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and journalist whose dedication to family, service, and community will be long remembered. Born on December 21, 1937, in Spencer, North Carolina, Dick was the son of Carney Ray and Elizabeth Williams Brown. He grew up in a close family and was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Billy Ray Brown and Robert Carol Brown. Dick met his wife, Penelope ``Penny'' Briggs, while working at Vitro Corporation in Silver Spring, Maryland, where she served as a summer intern. They married and soon welcomed their children Derek Michael, Barrington Lee, and Teri Lynn. Dick proudly served in the United States Coast Guard Reserve and later built a long career at E Systems, earning his bachelor's degree in journalism from East Texas A&M University in Commerce before retiring from Raytheon. His leadership extended into the community through his involvement in the Raytheon Management Club and the Hunt County Republican Men's Club. Following retirement, Dick returned to his love of writing, working as a reporter for the Commerce Journal and the Greenville Herald Banner. His weekly column, The Bottom Line, and later his contributions to the Bay City Tribune, reflected his deep interest in people, public service, and the stories that shape communities. Above all. Dick treasured his family and took enormous pride in his children and grandchildren, remaining an active and loving presence in their lives. Richard A. ``Dick'' Brown embodied integrity, dedication, and a spirit of service to others. His life leaves a lasting imprint on his family, his community, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. ____________________

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HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF RICHARD A. "DICK" BROWN Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E392] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF RICHARD A. ``DICK'' BROWN ______ HON. JOHN R. CARTER of texas in the house of representatives Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Mr. CARTER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize the life and legacy of Richard A. ``Dick'' Brown of Conroe, Texas, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and journalist whose dedication to family, service, and community will be long remembered. Born on December 21, 1937, in Spencer, North Carolina, Dick was the son of Carney Ray and Elizabeth Williams Brown. He grew up in a close family and was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Billy Ray Brown and Robert Carol Brown. Dick met his wife, Penelope ``Penny'' Briggs, while working at Vitro Corporation in Silver Spring, Maryland, where she served as a summer intern. They married and soon welcomed their children Derek Michael, Barrington Lee, and Teri Lynn. Dick proudly served in the United States Coast Guard Reserve and later built a long career at E Systems, earning his bachelor's degree in journalism from East Texas A&M University in Commerce before retiring from Raytheon. His leadership extended into the community through his involvement in the Raytheon Management Club and the Hunt County Republican Men's Club. Following retirement, Dick returned to his love of writing, working as a reporter for the Commerce Journal and the Greenville Herald Banner. His weekly column, The Bottom Line, and later his contributions to the Bay City Tribune, reflected his deep interest in people, public service, and the stories that shape communities. Above all. Dick treasured his family and took enormous pride in his children and grandchildren, remaining an active and loving presence in their lives. Richard A. ``Dick'' Brown embodied integrity, dedication, and a spirit of service to others. His life leaves a lasting imprint on his family, his community, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. ____________________