Rick Allen: “Recently, the Appling County community mourned the loss of lifelong resident Roy Herrington. He was a loving husband to…”

“Recently, the Appling County community mourned the loss of lifelong resident Roy Herrington. He was a loving husband to his wife of 59 years, Georgia, and a dedicated father to his three children: Tami, Jeff, and Julie. Roy was an active member of the community. He was a member and a deacon at the Baxley First Baptist Church; a past director of Appling County Chamber of Commerce; and a recipient of the Chamber Award of Excellence in Agriculture. Roy was awarded the Appling County Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award in 1981. During my time traveling the 12th District of Georgia, Roy was one of those people who I would always make sure to visit to gain insight on serving the great folks of the 12th District. Mr. Speaker, we are losing our greatest generation, but as Members of Congress and as Americans, we must not forget the lessons they have taught us. Every village, every community, has a man of peace and influence. In Appling County, that man was Roy Herrington. Baxley, Georgia, is a better place because of Roy Herrington. He will be remembered often. ____________________”