[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 105 (Wednesday, September 8, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1557]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF JOSEPH A. JABAILY

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                        HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 8, 2004

  Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Mr. Speaker, it is with a sadness that I rise today to 
remember and honor the life of Joe Jabaily, a thoughtful and dedicated 
community servant who will be greatly missed by his community of 
Loveland, Colorado. As his family and friends grieve for the passing of 
Joe Jabaily, I want to take a few moments to remember his service and 
commitment to the town and citizens of Loveland.
  He began his work by opening the first neurology center in Loveland 
in 1983. However, the walls of Joe's neurology center could not contain 
his enthusiasm, love for people, and desire to make a difference for 
them and their community. In the 20 years that Joe lived in Loveland, 
he accomplished much.
  Beginning in 1984 Joe served on the McKee Medical Center Continuing 
Education Committee, the McKee Medical Center Credentials Committee; he 
joined the Loveland Chamber of Commerce; and coached basketball for the 
Loveland Midget Athletic Association. Joe served as a Loveland Museum 
Commissioner as well as two terms on the Thompson School District Board 
of Education. He taught as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Neurology 
at the University of Colorado, and volunteered as a facilitator for 
People Offering People Support at Loveland High School. Joe served as 
Commissioner for the Loveland Open Space Commission. In 1997 the 
Jabailys were named the Volunteer Family of the Year. Joe's service 
continued as he volunteered for the United Way Campaign. Joe ran for 
the Colorado State House District 51 in 2002, and was running again for 
the same seat when he was involved in a tragic accident during a 
charity triathlon.
  Joe Jabaily was known to always be there to listen, laugh, and 
contribute in a positive way. He enjoyed meeting people and hearing 
their concerns. He was known to occasionally cancel a patient's debt if 
they could not pay. Joe had courage, and did not hesitate to speak out 
for the citizens of the community. His premature death has affected the 
community of Loveland, Colorado, in a major way. He will be missed 
tremendously. I will always remember him as a man full of life, living 
it to the fullest.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to pay tribute to the life of this 
outstanding gentleman. I ask my fellow colleagues to join me in 
celebrating the life and legacy of Joe Jabaily. May God bless his 
family and many friends in this time of mourning.

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