Kenny Marchant: “Mr. Speaker, H.R. 5736, offered by the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Miller), would designate the facility of the United…”

“Mr. Speaker, H.R. 5736, offered by the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Miller), would designate the facility of the United States Post Office in Pensacola, Florida, as the Vincent Whibbs, Sr. Post Office Building. Mayor Emeritus Vince J. Whibbs passed away on May 30, 2006, having left a long legacy of public service in his country, and to the hometown of Pensacola, Florida. During World War II, Mr. Whibbs left his job at the Pontiac Motor Division of General Motors to join the Army's Air Corps, serving as a fighter pilot and then a fighter flight trainer. After the war, he returned to his job at Pontiac and rose quickly through the ranks until he decided to take over a Pontiac dealership in Pensacola. It was there that he came to love the city that would become his permanent home. Mr. Whibbs was very giving of his time to the community. He was elected to the city council, and served in many organizations such as the Navy League, the United Way, and the Rotary Club. In 1978 he was appointed to a 2-year term as mayor of Pensacola. He did such a good job, that he was asked to serve through June of 1991, making him the longest serving mayor in Pensacola history. In honor of his distinguished service, the city bestowed the title of Mayor Emeritus upon Mr. Whibbs. I support H.R. 5736 in recognition of the many contributions he made to the community. And I hope all Members will join me.”