[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 131 (Thursday, September 6, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1821]
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             A TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF JEANINE M. ARMSTRONG

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                             HON. JIM COSTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 6, 2007

  Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I ask my 
colleagues to join me today in honoring the memory of my good friend, 
Jeanine Armstrong of Clovis, California.
  Jeanine was a loving wife, mother, and a dedicated member of the 
community who approached her work with an upbeat attitude and spirit 
that was an inspiration to us all. Her passing is a sad loss for the 
community of Clovis and Fresno.
  Jeanine is remembered by all who knew her as an active participant in 
the political process, the Democratic Party, and a passionate supporter 
of the community of Clovis, California. She is well-known for her 
commendable service to the public and as a champion of the arts and 
public television.
  Jeanine worked closely with her friend, the late Mayor Tom Bradley of 
Los Angeles, to secure the 1984 summer Olympic Games in California. She 
also organized the Youth Olympics and numerous public television 
projects. Jeanine served on the board of the Fresno Junior Museum, 
where she stressed the importance of the arts for poverty stricken 
populations.
  Jeanine is survived by her husband for life of 52 years Harry 
Armstrong, their three children, Thomas, Jim and Megan; her 6 
grandchildren, Kelsey Joan-Marie Armstrong, Brittney Armstrong, David 
Armstrong, Kathleen Armstrong, James Armstrong and Audrey Armstrong; 
her five stepgrandchildren, Arthur Wille, Maya Wille, Ashley Hatter, 
Jon Hatter and Randy Hatter; and one great-grandchild, Lynn Ann 
Armstrong.
  My heart goes out to Jeanine's husband Harry, her family and friends. 
We take comfort in knowing that future generations will benefit from 
her vision and leadership and that her spirit continues through the 
lives of the people she so graciously touched.

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