Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of a great American and a Texan, Robert E. Milstead, who passed away on December 6, just 1 week shy of his 97th birthday. Mr. Milstead served his country as a career Air Force officer, with over 5,500 flying hours. He later joined First State Bank in Abilene, Texas, and became active in his community. Mr. Milstead was a proud graduate of the University of Texas, having served as a Silver Spur and a Pi Kappa Alpha president. He is survived by his loving wife of 74 years, Jane, who he met in college. They raised two incredible sons, retired U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant General Robert ``Boomer'' Milstead, Jr., and retired Austin Police Department Officer Randy Milstead. He is survived by 7 grandchildren, including former communications director, Jimmy Milstead, of my staff; and 20 great grandchildren. Mr. Milstead lived a full life and was greatly beloved. He will be missed, but his legacy will long endure. ____________________”