[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 87 (Monday, July 10, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1192]
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                       IN MEMORY OF IRENE WOODFIN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 10, 2000

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with profound sadness that I now rise 
to honor the life and memory of an outstanding person, my friend Irene 
Woodfin. Sadly, Irene passed away July 8, 2000 in her own home. As 
family and friends mourn her passing, I would like to pay tribute to 
this beloved wife to her husband, mother to her children, and friend to 
all. She will be missed by many. Even so, her life was a remarkable one 
that is most deserving of both the recognition and praise of this body.
  Much of Irene's life was spent educating and helping others. Irene 
graduated from Greeley Colorado State Teacher's College (UNC) in 1927. 
After her distinguished teaching career, Irene retired from teaching in 
1971. Irene was also very involved in community organizations and 
events throughout her life. Some of the groups she belonged to included 
being a member of Delta Kappa Gamma (Xi Chapter), American Association 
of University Women (AAUW), and always an active participant in her 
local church choir. Irene's love of making music and crafts brought her 
great distinction and were rightly a source of pride.
  While her involvement in education and community are to be 
remembered, Irene's lasting legacy rests in her family. Irene is 
survived by her husband of 69 years, Dick Woodfin. Irene was the mother 
to three, grandmother to eight, great-grandmother to 17, and great-
great-grandmother to 4. She also had 11 step-grand-children. In her 
children, grandchildren, and their offspring, Irene's love and 
generosity will endure.
  As you can see, Mr. Speaker, Irene was a person who lived an 
accomplished life. Although friends and family are profoundly saddened 
by her passing, each can take solace in the wonderful life that she 
led. I know I speak for everyone who knew Irene well when I say she 
will be greatly missed.

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