[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 125 (Monday, September 30, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1698-E1699]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 PAYING TRIBUTE TO: J. NICHOLAS McGRATH

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 26, 2002

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great sadness that I recognize 
the life and passing of J. Nicholas McGrath of Basalt, Colorado. Mr. 
McGrath was a very prominent and well-respected attorney not only in 
the State of Colorado but also throughout the entire nation. As his 
family mourns their loss, I would like to pay tribute to the life and 
accomplishments of Nicholas McGrath before this body of Congress and 
this nation
  Nicholas McGrath graduated from Columbia University Law School in 
1965 magna cum laude. After law school he clerked for Supreme Court 
Justice Thurgood Marshall. He is listed in Who's Who in America, Who's 
Who in American Law, Who's Who in the world, and Bar Register of 
Preeminent Lawyers in the United States. Mr. McGrath specialized 
primarily in land use law and litigation with the firm of Oates, 
McGrath, and Jordan, in Aspen, Colorado
  Despite a demanding career, Mr. McGrath still found the time to 
become actively involved in his community. Mr. McGrath participated 
extensively in many Basalt recreational programs and was president of 
the Basalt soccer club. He was extremely dedicated to expanding many of 
Basalt's youth programs throughout the community and is responsible for 
providing many kids with the opportunity to play organized sports. At 
his own children's sporting events, he was always Nick and Molly's 
biggest fan.
  Mr. Speaker, it is in earnest respect that I recognize the memory of 
Mr. J. Nicholas McGrath before this body of Congress and this nation 
for the irreplaceable contributions he made to the community of Basalt 
and the State of Colorado. My sincere condolences go out to his wife 
Rosemary and to his children Nicholas and Molly McGrath. While his loss 
will be deeply felt, the memory of his kindness

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and the recollection of his good deeds will transcend into future 
generations.

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