from the House of Representatives. As read by McGaugh, it stated: “Whereas, it is with heavy hearts that the members of the Missouri House of Representatives pause to acknowledge the significant achievements of a life gone by, that of William Michael “Mike” Pearson, who passed to his eternal reward just a short time ago, on July 3, 2022, we the members of the Missouri House of Representatives, 101st General Assembly, join in paying final tribute to Mike Pearson, a remarkable gentleman of peace and kindness, in this world who is missed by all those who knew and loved him.” The certificate was signed by McGaugh and Speaker of the House Rob Vescovo.