[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 162 (Monday, November 14, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1433-E1434]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING WESLEY D. JONES ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE 
                     U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

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                       HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON

                      of the district of columbia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 14, 2016

  Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Wesley ``Don'' 
Jones of Washington, D.C. on his retirement on October 31, 2016, after 
more than 29 years of dedicated service to the United States House of 
Representatives.
  A native Washingtonian, Wesley Jones was born in Freedmen's Hospital, 
now known as Howard University Hospital. His early years growing up in 
the city were spent playing sports and having terrific adventures. As a 
youth, playing outside is what led to his now infamous nickname 
``Cadillac.'' He actually got the name from running into the street 
between two parked cars, not paying attention, when a Cadillac came 
barreling down the street and struck him. Gratefully, no major damage 
was done. Of course his father was grateful as well. So much so that as 
soon as he completely healed, he was placed on probation and house 
arrest for a year.
  Don's early years were spent doing security work, where he learned 
from his good friend while working at the nearby Safeway that he could 
get a job on Capitol Hill. Don's first job on the Hill was working for 
food services in the Ford House Office Building Cafe. In 1987, he took 
a position working logistics for the Clerk of the House and eventually 
worked for the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).
  During his early years at the CAO, Don worked for Cosmo Quattrone and 
Torn Van Dyke in what was then called Property Supply. Following a CAO 
Reorganization, the department was renamed Logistics and Support (L&S). 
He worked for several directors and chiefs, including Walt Edwards and 
Jerry Bennett, and is currently working for Dave Woodburn, Director of 
Logistics and Tom Coyne, Chief Logistics Officer.
  Some of Don's most memorable experiences working with the CAO are his 
memories of the older crew, teaching him about life and growing up. 
Some of those same employees are still here and others have departed us 
too soon. In retirement, Don intends to relax. He plans to watch 
sports, leisurely read the newspaper, and basically enjoy the pleasures 
of life. He may even honor us with an occasional visit.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me honoring Wesley ``Don'' 
Jones for his service and dedication to the U.S. House of 
Representatives, and wish him and his family all the best in his 
retirement years.

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