[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 178 (Friday, December 9, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1685]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                        RECOGNIZING IRMA GARCIA

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 8, 2016

  Mr. CUELLAR, Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the life of one 
of Laredo's finest citizens, Irma Garcia.
  Ms. Garcia was born in Laredo, Texas on the 26th of October in 1951 
to Adolfo and Irma Garcia. She was the second child of six children; 
Adolfo, George, Ileana, Hector and Cordelia Garcia. Throughout her 
life, Ms. Garcia was always held in high regard by her family members, 
friends, and colleagues because of her outgoing nature and positive 
attitude. Her ability to treat everyone she met with kindness and 
respect made her a role model for the entire community.
  Irma brought the best out of everyone who had the privilege of being 
in her company. Known for her fun-loving side, she was regarded as one 
of Laredo's best party hosts. Ms. Garcia was also known for her love of 
politics and enthusiasm for social justice. This devotion led to her 
taking on work in the county clerk's office in 1976 under Clerk Mike 
Volpe. She then went on to work in the 49th District Court. In 2007, 
she started working with Jesus ``Chuy'' Garza in County Court of Law 
No. 2. She was revered for her faithful dedication to her work 
throughout her career.
  Ms. Garcia is survived by her father Adolfo Garcia; siblings, Adolfo 
Garcia, Ileana Garcia Maldonado, and Hector J. Garcia. She is also 
survived by her nieces and nephews, Kenny, Adrian, David, Vanessa, 
Ariane, Chanelle, Meriel, Nicole, Cordelia, and Joshua--all of whom she 
regarded as her own children.
  Her legacy will remain strong through dedication and support of those 
around her. Her kindness will never be forgotten and is something that 
all should strive to emulate.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to have the opportunity to remember the 
legacy of Irma Garcia.

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