Public Law 118 – 241 Designates Lexington, Nebraska Post Office in Honor of William E. and Elsie L. Barrett
Washington, D.C. – On February 5, 2025, President Biden signed Public Law 118 – 241, an act to designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 203 East 6th Street in Lexington, Nebraska, as the “William E. and Elsie L. Barrett Post Office Building.”
The legislation was introduced by Senator Deb Fischer (R-NE) and cosponsored by Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) and Representative Adrian Smith (R-NE). It passed the Senate by unanimous consent on January 30, 2025, and the House of Representatives by voice vote on February 2, 2025.
About William E. and Elsie L. Barrett
William E. Barrett was born in 1919 in Lexington, Nebraska. He served in the United States Army during World War II and was awarded the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. After the war, he worked as a farmer and a businessman in Lexington.
Elsie L. Barrett was born in 1922 in Lexington, Nebraska. She was a homemaker and a volunteer in the community.
William and Elsie Barrett were married for 65 years. They had four children, 12 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren.
Legacy of Service
William and Elsie Barrett were dedicated to serving their community. William was a member of the Lexington City Council and the Lexington Chamber of Commerce. Elsie was a volunteer at the Lexington Public Library and the Lexington Senior Center.
The couple was also active in their church, the Lexington United Methodist Church. They were Sunday school teachers and youth group leaders.
The William E. and Elsie L. Barrett Post Office Building will serve as a lasting tribute to their legacy of service. It will be a place where people can come to conduct their postal business and learn about the history of two of Lexington’s most dedicated citizens.
Statement from Senator Fischer
“William and Elsie Barrett were two of the most giving and caring people I have ever met,” said Senator Fischer. “They dedicated their lives to serving their community, and I am proud that the Lexington Post Office will now bear their name.”
Statement from Senator Sasse
“William and Elsie Barrett were true Nebraska pioneers,” said Senator Sasse. “They worked hard, raised a family, and gave back to their community in countless ways. This post office will be a fitting tribute to their legacy.”
Statement from Representative Smith
“William and Elsie Barrett were an inspiration to all who knew them,” said Representative Smith. “They were always willing to lend a helping hand, and they always put the needs of others before their own. This post office will be a reminder of their selfless service.”
Public Law 118 – 241 – An act to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 203 East 6th Street in Lexington, Nebraska, as the `William E. and Elsie L. Barrett Post Office Building.
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