[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 31 (Thursday, March 11, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E352]
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            IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF ALICIA G. JAQUILLARD

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 11, 2004

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and remembrance of 
Mrs. Alicia G. Jaquillard--devoted wife, mother, grandmother, dedicated 
human services employee, and friend and mentor to many.
  Mrs. Jaquillard was born in Puerto Rico, and eventually emigrated to 
America with her family. Her family was central to her life. She leaves 
behind her devoted husband, Marvin J. Jaquillard, and also her four 
stepsons. She was extremely close to her children and eight 
grandchildren--and will be deeply missed by her entire family.
  Mrs. Jaquillard and her family moved to Toledo in 1972. She worked 
for the Lucas County Department of Human Service as a Food Stamp 
Officer. She performed her duties with integrity and compassion, and 
was held in high esteem by clients and colleagues. Mrs. Jaquillard 
possessed an incredible sense of humor, and had the rare ability to 
make others feel instantly comfortable and welcome.
  Mrs. Jaquillard retired from public service in 1985, which enabled 
her to spend more time surrounded by family, and more time to pursue 
her favorite pastimes--cooking, traveling and music. She was an 
exceptional cook, and loved to share her culinary talents with family 
and friends by preparing a variety of traditional and contemporary 
Spanish dishes. She loved music, especially slow romantic songs and 
music of her Spanish heritage. Mr. and Mrs. Jaquillard were avid 
travelers. Together, they journeyed across America, Canada and Mexico.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and remembrance 
of Mrs. Alicia Jaquillard--beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and 
friend. I offer my deepest condolences to her entire family and to her 
entire circle of friends. Mrs. Jaquillard lived her life with great 
joy, love and energy--and her memory and spirit will be remembered 
forever by all who knew and loved her well.

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