[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 96 (Tuesday, July 16, 2002)]
[Senate]
[Pages S6861-S6862]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           IN MEMORY OF THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF FRANCES RILEY

 Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. President, I rise today in 
remembrance of a cherished friend and former Republican State 
representative, Frances Riley.
  Mrs. Riley's professional career as a representative from New 
Hampshire

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can only be described as accomplished, passionate, and revered. As a 
House member from 1985 to 1998, Fran co-founded the Legislature for 
Limited Spending and was a valued member of the Manchester Federation 
Republican Woman's Club. She demonstrated an unyielding respect, not 
only for her position but for the positions of her colleagues as well. 
This was an important principle from which Fran never faltered, 
solidifying her role as a first-rate political official.
  Riley is survived by her husband, Paul; their three daughters, 
Katherine James, Christine Riley, and Karen Godzyk, one brother, one 
sister, and four grandchildren.
  Frances Riley had been a resident and active member of the Manchester 
community since she arrived there in 1957. My friendship with Mrs. 
Riley began some time ago and she remained a treasured and admired 
presence in both my personal and professional life. Her absence will be 
felt by all of us whose lives she touched and who were privileged to be 
her friend. Fran, I'll miss you.

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