[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 19 (Friday, February 3, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E139]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO JUDY HOOPES

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                       HON. LISA BLUNT ROCHESTER

                              of delaware

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, February 3, 2017

  Ms. BLUNT ROCHESTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of 
Judith H. Hoopes, of Greenville, Delaware, a lifelong Delawarean and an 
invaluable member of our community.
  A 1960 graduate of Duke University, her college major in history led 
to her long-time involvement with the Delaware Historical Society. She 
was involved in many state arts organizations, including her 
appointment as Chair of the Delaware State Arts Council by then-
Governor Pete duPont. Dedicated to her community, Judy was a valuable 
asset to the numerous non-profits in Delaware she lent her support. She 
was a founding board member and past Chair of the Delaware Community 
Foundation, was the first woman to Chair the YMCA board, a founder of 
the Fund for Women, and a longtime Woodlawn Trustee. For these and many 
other contributions Judy received the Lifetime Achievement in 
Philanthropy Award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
  Judy and her late husband Robert were married for 53 years. Their 
family was the focus of their lives, and their wonderful children and 
grandchildren are a testament to their good work. I am honored to call 
their daughter, Stephanie, and son, Robert Jr., friends. Their 
commitment to community and love of Delaware will surely carry on their 
mother's spirit. My sympathy goes out to Stephanie, Robert and his wife 
Hilary, Judy's five grandchildren James, Elizabeth, Penelope, Riter, 
and Charlotte, as well as their extended family and Judy's many 
friends.
  We are deeply saddened by the loss of Judy, and I want to express my 
deep gratitude for her dedication and service to her community, and the 
state of Delaware.

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