- Record: Extensions of Remarks
- Section type: Recognition
- Chamber: House
- Date: July 9, 2026
- Congress: 119th Congress
- Why this source matters: Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
HON. TIMOTHY M. KENNEDY
of new york
in the house of representatives
Mr. KENNEDY of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and celebrate the 90th birthday of Mr. Huey Scarver, Sr., a shining example of resilience, grace, and unwavering dedication to his family, his profession, and the community he has long called home. Born on June 27, 1936, in Atlanta, Georgia, Mr. Scarver was raised with strong leadership and focus, traits that shaped the man he is today. He moved to Buffalo as a young man in May 1966, attending E.R. Carter Elementary School and Booker T. Washington High School, and later studying at and graduating from Buffalo State University. He was raised to have strong faith and love for the Lord, which has helped him during his time as a deacon at various churches in the Buffalo area.
Mr. Scarver, Sr. has had many accomplishments throughout his lifetime. Beyond being a devoted husband to his wife, Mrs. Diane Scarver, for the last 47 years, he is the proud father of six children Dinesha Scarver, De'Mar Scarver, Huey Banks, Huey Seamen Jr., Natasha Floyd, and Guzzardi Scarver. His biggest professional accomplishment was when he joined the local IBEW 41, the local electrical workers union in Buffalo, where he worked as an electrician for 30 years. Before joining the union, he worked for Bethlehem Steel for a decade before making his transition into electrical work. When he is not working or with his family, Mr. Scarver, Sr. enjoys fishing, bowling, traveling, and spending time with his many grandchildren and great- grandchildren.
It is an honor to celebrate Mr. Huey Scarver, Sr., a man who dedicated his life to serving the Lord and his family. He is a man of many talents whose influence will precede him. His deep faith led him to become a member of Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, Zion Missionary Baptist Church, and more recently, a member of Friendship Baptist Church. On this milestone birthday, we celebrate the extraordinary life, continuing legacy, and profound impact Mr. Scarver, Sr. has made on his loved ones and the community he has served.