Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to pay tribute to a great American, Chester A. ``Pete'' Shelton, who was called home to be with the Lord on July 25, 2024. Pete was the kind of man who knew what it meant to serve. Following in his family's footsteps, he became a Beaumont firefighter right after high school and eventually served as the city's fire chief. He didn't stop there. Pete answered the call of duty by joining the United States Army in 1958, proudly serving his country and continuing in the Reserves until 1966. Beaumont was blessed to have Pete's dedication. He not only helped develop the fire chief's code of ethics but also gave over 30 years of service on the Port of Beaumont Board of Commissioners. His impact was deep, and his commitment to service was unwavering. Mr. Speaker, Pete Shelton's legacy of kindness, compassion, and selfless service will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. May we all strive to live by the values he so faithfully upheld. Honoring Yvonne Dewey”