[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 152 (Friday, November 19, 2010)]
[Senate]
[Page S8123]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      REMEMBERING JANE OPPENHEIMER

 Mr. CRAPO: Mr. President, today I honor the life of Jane Falk 
Oppenheimer. I join with her family, including her 4 children, 12 
grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild, and her many friends in mourning 
her passing. Jane will be remembered warmly for her kindness, 
meaningful interest, sense of humor, wisdom, spirit and commitment to 
her family and the betterment of Idaho.
  She leaves behind a legacy of support for Idaho's arts and 
significant Boise institutions and organizations. Jane helped establish 
and supported the Idaho Botanical Garden and the Idaho Community 
Foundation. She also supported the Boise Philharmonic, Idaho Public 
Television, Idaho Shakespeare Festival, Head Start, Boise Junior 
League, Family Advocate Program, College of Idaho, Boise Opera Guild, 
Boise Art Museum and the Young Tennis Foundation. She was also a member 
of the Boise Garden Club, Women's Investment Club, Hillcrest Country 
Club and Arid Club. She advocated for art programs throughout Idaho 
through her service on the Idaho Commission on the Arts, and her 
support of the arts was recognized through a Governor's Award for 
Lifetime Achievement in the Arts. Her patronage of the arts also 
extended to her consistent attendance at plays, concerts, art openings 
and other community events. Jane received many other awards and 
recognitions, including Idaho Statesman Distinguished Citizen, Girl 
Scout Women Leaders of Today and Tomorrow and the Boise Area Chamber of 
Commerce Distinguished Citizen of the Year Award for her outstanding 
service.
  Born in Boise, Jane graduated from St. Teresa's Academy, attended 
Stanford University and Finch School, and worked for the Navy. Jane 
then served in the Red Cross during World War II in Washington, DC, 
London and Walhampton, England. After returning from the war, Jane 
married Arthur Oppenheimer in 1945. They traveled the world together 
during their wonderful more than 55-year marriage.
  Leo J. and Helen Falk, Jane's parents, were also dedicated supporters 
of Idaho institutions. Her father assisted with the construction of the 
Egyptian Theater, the Boise Depot and the Owyhee Plaza Hotel. Helen 
assisted with the establishment of the Boise Art Gallery, known today 
as the Boise Art Museum.
  Jane Oppenheimer's dedication, benevolence and generous spirit will 
be greatly missed but not forgotten. Her legacy of loving and devoted 
support will continue to serve as an enduring example. Through her 
leadership and advocacy, more Idahoans are able to benefit from the 
arts. I extend deep gratitude for her many years of great service to 
our State and Idahoans.

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