Recognizing the Life of Ricky Allen Peebles

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Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of Ricky Allen Peebles who passed away Tuesday, January 4 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. I join his family, friends, and loved ones in mourning his loss.

Born November 8, 1955 to Reverend Billy Allen Peebles and Earlene Edwards Peebles, Ricky grew up to earn his Bachelor's degree in Pastoral Ministry from Southern Assemblies of God in Waxahachie, Texas. He was a fan of Ole Miss Football and enjoyed traveling with family and friends. He served as the pastor of Canaan Assembly of God in Booneville and was also employed as the deputy jail administrator for the Prentiss County Sherriff's Department. He has served in a variety of churches and received many awards for his service to the sheriff's office.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 47 years, Sarah McNair Peebles; daughter, Erica and Rachel; brother, Mark; sisters, Martha and Mitze; and granddaughter Katie.

I am grateful for Ricky's life of service to the state of Mississippi and the kingdom of God. My deepest condolences are with his loved ones.

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