[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 140 (Thursday, September 15, 2016)]
[Senate]
[Page S5841]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   REMEMBERING MARGARET MARIE McISAAC

 Mr. HELLER. Mr. President, today we honor the life and legacy 
of an outstanding individual, Margaret Marie McIsaac, whose passing 
signifies a great loss to the State of Nevada. I send my condolences 
and prayers to Mrs. McIsaac's family in this time of mourning. She was 
a woman truly committed to her family, friends, and community. Although 
she will be sorely missed, her hard work and great influence in Nevada 
will be felt for years to come.
  Margaret was born in Winsor, NC, but moved several different times 
before establishing herself in Sparks, NV. While in Sparks, Margaret 
was soon acknowledged throughout Washoe County as a defender of 
Republican values and principles, as well as a true American patriot. 
Margaret was also a prominent personality in the Washoe Republican 
Women, WRW, volunteer group.
  In addition to being one of northern Nevada's prized Republican 
supporters, Margaret dedicated much of her time to American veterans 
and their families after losing her beloved husband, Don, who was a 
steadfast Washoe County conservative as well. After her husband's 
death, many thought Margaret's dedication to her fellow Republicans 
would simmer, but she continued to fight for her beliefs and truly made 
a difference in several key elections throughout the Silver State.
  Margaret was such an inspiring and kind woman, and I am honored to 
have known her. She was also an incredibly valuable resource to 
conservative efforts across our State, and her devout loyalty to me and 
several other elected officials in Nevada is truly inspiring. 
Margaret's joyful disposition was infectious, and I was proud to call 
such a committed supporter my friend.
  I extend my deepest gratitude for all of her work on behalf of our 
State. Margaret's years of service will be remembered for generations 
to come. Our State is fortunate to have had a public servant of such 
commitment and unwavering devotion, and I am deeply appreciative of 
Margaret's invaluable contributions to Nevada.
  Today I join citizens across Nevada in celebrating the life of a 
truly dedicated and inspirational woman, Margaret Marie 
McIsaac.

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