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Foxx Statement on the Passing of Andy Griffith
Washington, DC,
July 3, 2012
"Andy Griffith gave our country and the world a peek into the North Carolina and Mount Airy way of life, as Mayberry and its characters drew their inspiration from right here. The timeless values represented in his shows – those of faith, family, an
Congresswoman Virginia Foxx (R-NC) issued the following statement today upon learning of the passing of beloved North Carolinian Andy Griffith: “The loss of Andy Griffith, one of North Carolina’s most beloved sons, is deeply saddening. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones today. “Andy Griffith gave our country and the world a peek into the North Carolina and Mount Airy way of life, as Mayberry and its characters drew their inspiration from right here. The timeless values represented in his shows – those of faith, family, and freedom – are values cherished by the people of this region and our beautiful state. It is fitting that the Mount Airy statue of Griffith as Sheriff Andy Taylor continues to serve as an iconic welcome ambassador to all visitors." Griffith’s hometown of Mount Airy is located in North Carolina’s 5th Congressional District that Congresswoman Foxx represents. # # # |