[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 40 (Wednesday, March 8, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E287]
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                 REMEMBERING JUSTICE ``JAY'' SMYTH, III

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                           HON. BRADLEY BYRNE

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 8, 2017

  Mr. BYRNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember the life and legacy 
of Mr. Justice ``Jay'' Smyth, III, who passed away on February 10, 2017 
at the age of 62. Jay was a loving father, son, brother, uncle, and 
husband. To me, he was a dear classmate, colleague, and friend for more 
than forty years.
   Jay attended both undergraduate and law school at the University of 
Alabama, where he was involved in the Student Government Association 
and Theta Chi Fraternity. During his time in school, he was inducted 
into numerous honor societies such as JASONS Senior Men's Honorary and 
Delta Theta Phi Legal Honorary.
   After graduating from law school in 1980, Jay practiced law in 
Montgomery, Alabama for nineteen years before moving to Tuscaloosa. Jay 
was a skilled and thoughtful lawyer who earned tremendous respect from 
his colleagues. As a true testament to his personality and legal 
knowledge, Jay was also beloved by his clients; an anomaly for most in 
the legal community.
   Jay was a skilled writer who excelled at telling stories and always 
took great interest in politics and history. He loved spending time 
outdoors and grilling out at home. He was a dedicated fan of the 
Alabama Crimson Tide and greatly enjoyed attending games with his 
family. Jay was delighted in spending time with his wife and children, 
whom he loved dearly. Most importantly, he was steadfast in his faith 
to God and served as a pillar of Christ in his family and his 
community.
   So, to his wife, Rushan, and sons, Justice and Jeff, I want to 
extend my deepest sympathies. May you take comfort in the warm memories 
of Jay and the lasting impact he had on so many.

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