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RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF JAMES ``SKILLET'' MARLIN
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HON. TRENT KELLY
of mississippi
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, September 14, 2021
Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life and service of Mr. James Alvin Marlin who passed away on Friday, August 27 at the age of 88. I join his family, friends, and loved ones in mourning his loss.
Born on October 16, 1932 in Fawn Grove, Mississippi to Theron Kendall and Vivian Lucas Marlin, Skillet went on to graduate from Iuka High school in 1951. He attended Itawamba Junior College before joining the United States Army. He served as a Tank Commander in the Korean War in the ``Hell On Wheels'' division.
After service, Skillet moved to Tupelo to work in car sales. He co-
owned the Lincoln-Mercury dealership and later purchased and managed it. Years later in Iuka, he purchased and managed the Marlin-Moore Chevrolet dealership. In Iuka he served on the A71 board for the state of Mississippi. For six years he was the Game and Fish Commissioner. For 11 years he served on the Tombigbee Water Management Board and worked as an investigator for the State Insurance Commissioner. Mr. Marlin was the president of the board for NASA Facilities Operations and served on the TCEPA board for more than fifteen years.
Skillet was an avid outdoorsman. He was instrumental in bringing Turkey back to Tishomingo County and was a friend to Elvis Presley. He was beloved by all who had the opportunity to know him. Mr. Marlin is survived by his two sons, Bob and Scott.
Mr. Marlin served his country proudly, and I am thankful for his life of service to this Nation.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 158
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