Political Quotes

“Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of Captain Charlie ``Griff'' Griffin. I grew up there, working on the Outer Banks in the fishing community. I remember Griff vividly. Griff was a personality. Griff was bigger than life. He loved fishing. He loved the fishing community. He loved everything about what was going on there on the Outer Banks. I remember his infectious laugh. I remember his voice on the radio, as you see here, saying: ``Got him on.'' Griff was indeed a friend to all in the fishing community, and he will be sorely missed. He leaves behind a community of fishermen whose lives were touched by his kind soul and his kind words. We looked at him as a friend and mentor. I pray that God brings peace to his loved ones. I know his love for his son, Jake, and his love for his dogs, including Leila, who was tragically lost on the same day as Griff. We know it is a difficult time for folks in the fishing community there in the Outer Banks, but we know that his life will live on forever. He will be remembered and cherished. Rest in peace, Griff. ____________________”