[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 161 (Thursday, December 15, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2546]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF ALEX HUMEL McCANN

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 15, 2005

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of Alex 
Humel McCann, cherished son, brother, grandson, cousin, nephew and 
friend to many, whose unexpected passing has saddened our entire 
community. Although he will be greatly missed, Alex's young life had a 
profound impact upon the lives of countless individuals, in Cleveland, 
Ohio and around the world, and his inner light will shine on forever.
  When Alex was in kindergarten, he journeyed with his parents and 
brothers to Botswana, Africa, to participate in a three-year mission 
with Habitat for Humanity International. In his 17 young years, Alex 
traveled to 17 countries and 5 continents. With an open heart, Alex 
absorbed the colorful offerings of every new culture and developed a 
profound sensitivity to human injustices and struggles that exist 
around the world.
  An independent thinker and adventurous soul, Alex's passion and joy 
for life paralleled his passion for helping others. As a student at St. 
Edward High School, Alex was an active member with the Council on Human 
Relations, the Free Thought Society and his most cherished activity, 
the St. Edward Wilderness Retreat Program. His diagnosis of epilepsy at 
age thirteen did not lessen his enthusiasm and energy for living. He 
was an avid cyclist, golfer, hiker, and camper. He was a talented young 
actor who graced the stages of the Beck Center, St. Ed's and St. Joseph 
Academy. His energy and talent were consistently matched by his unique 
sense of humor, quick smile and kind heart.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and remembrance 
of Alex Humel McCann. I extend my deepest condolences to his mother and 
father, Joyce Humel and Michael McCann; his brothers, Nick and Aaron; 
his extended family members and many friends. Alex Humel McCann's young 
life reflected limitless joy and love and he will live forever in the 
hearts and memories of those who loved him most--his family and 
friends--from Cleveland, Ohio to Botswana, Africa, and he will never be 
forgotten.

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