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“RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF MR. RUSSELL YOUNG” mentioning Mark Kelly was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on page E896 on Aug. 13.
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The publication is reproduced in full below:
RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF MR. RUSSELL YOUNG
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HON. TRENT KELLY
of mississippi
in the house of representatives
Friday, August 13, 2021
Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, l rise today to celebrate the life and accomplishments of Mr. Russell Young, who passed away on July 23, 2021.
Mr. Young was raised in the Brewer Community of Lee County and graduated from Shannon High School in 1954. From there, he attended Mississippi State University and served 10 years in the United States Air Force. Following his service, Mr. Young worked as a paper salesman till his retirement.
Mr. Young is survived by his wife of 62 years, Barbara Young, his two daughters, his four grandchildren, and his 4 great-grandchildren. Along with his three sisters, his two brothers, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mr. Young was a longtime member of Calvary Baptist Church in Tupelo and will be dearly missed by all.
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