[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 144 (Thursday, September 22, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1347]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   IN MEMORY OF MRS. DARLENE E. WEIR

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                         HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 22, 2016

  Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I would like to honor the life of Mrs. 
Darlene E. Weir, of Leesburg, Virginia. On September 7, 2016, Mrs. Weir 
passed away at home surrounded by her loving husband of 57 years, 
Charles, and with her children, beloved grandchildren, and her great-
granddaughter.
  Mrs. Weir was born May 4, 1933, in Eugene, Oregon and was the 
daughter of the late Oscar M. Briggs and Essie Elizabeth Cruzan Briggs. 
She was known for her love of children and her dedication to teaching 
primary grade students in Fairfax County public schools for 26 years. 
Coming from a family of educators, I understand the importance of 
Americans like Mrs. Weir who help shape the future of our nation. Mrs. 
Weir made a great impact in her community that will not soon be 
forgotten.
  Once Mrs. Weir retired from teaching, she traveled around the globe 
with her husband visiting all seven continents. Mrs. Weir understood 
the importance of civic engagement and was active in grassroots 
politics. Both inside and outside her career, Mrs. Weir worked with 
conviction to preserve our country for future generations.
  Mrs. Weir will be sincerely missed by all those who had the pleasure 
of knowing her both on a personal and a professional level. I know that 
she has impacted many lives over the years, and we are all grateful for 
having known her. She is survived by her husband, Charles J. Weir, her 
four children, daughters, Sue Ellen Jones, and Maureen Kay Wood; her 
sons, Gregory Allen Weir and Jeffrey Charles Weir; and eight 
grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Through them, I'm sure, her 
values and legacy will be assured.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in celebrating the life 
of Mrs. Darlene E. Weir. May she rest in peace, and her family be 
comforted.

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