Dan Bishop: “Today, I rise to observe the recent, almost simultaneous, passing of three prominent members of the Lumbee Tribe and the…”

“Today, I rise to observe the recent, almost simultaneous, passing of three prominent members of the Lumbee Tribe and the citizens of Robeson County, North Carolina: Mr. Lycurous Lowry, Mr. Paul Brooks, Sr., and Mr. Wyvis Oxendine. These men displayed great fidelity to this important community and our Ninth District of North Carolina throughout their lives. Mr. Lycurous Lowry dedicated 50 years of his life to Robeson County, serving 41 years as the president of the Robeson County Farm Bureau. Mr. Paul Brooks, Sr. spent many years as a public servant to Robeson County, including being elected as the fourth chairman of the Lumbee Tribe. Mr. Wyvis Oxendine leaves behind over 20 years of devotion to his community, which includes stints as a county commissioner, a magistrate, and an educator. Mr. Speaker, these three men take their leave from us at almost the same time and leave behind an indelible impact on our community. I honor them for all they have done. ____________________”