1997CRE1771A A TRIBUTE TO BOB CARRIVEAU AND THE HONEYBEE STINGERS

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[Congressional Record: September 17, 1997 (Extensions)]
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A TRIBUTE TO BOB CARRIVEAU AND THE HONEYBEE STINGERS

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HON. DAVE CAMP

of michigan

in the house of representatives

Wednesday, September 17, 1997

Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize a group of
individuals which exemplifies the meaning of the word ``altruistic.''
Bob Carriveau and the Honeybee Stingers are a group of seniors who have
joined together to contribute more than just time to the people of
Michigan's fourth Congressional District; they have dedicated their
talents and their passion for music for everyone's enjoyment.
On September 18, 1997, they will conduct their 1,600th performance
for a charitable cause. Appropriately, this performance will take place
on the Ellipse of the White House, which is viewed by many as a symbol
of benevolence and leadership for our country.
Bob Carriveau and the Honeybee Stingers have set their own standards
of benevolence and leadership for all music groups to follow. Formed in
1980, the band has created its own rich musical focus. They have been
on the public airwaves for 7\1/2\ years and performed various times on
live television. Six members of the band are in the Michigan Country
Music Hall of Fame. The founders of the band, Bob and Wilma Carriveau,
are the first couple ever to be inducted into this prominent society of
musicians.
Bob Carriveau and the Honeybee Stingers have their own lofty
standards of conduct. Through highs and lows, this band has remained a
symbol of humble sincerity and selfless commitment to helping others.
The current 13 performers are: Bob and Wilma Carriveau, Phil and
Joyce Leonard, Dale Haffer, Lonie Rummer, ``Singing'' Bill Winter,
Howard Clark, Dilbert Collins, Paul Averill, Mike Hopkins, Jerry
Mawhorter, and Jim Vickers.
I would like to rise today to pay tribute to this outstanding group
and thank them for their tremendous efforts to spread their love of
music and desire to help others. Their selfless commitment and
integrity has brought happiness and smiles to thousands of people. Mr.
Speaker, please join me in thanking the outstanding entertainers, Bob
Carriveau and the Honeybee Stingers.

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