[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 139 (Friday, August 25, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1145]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





  HONORING THE LIFE OF JARROD DOUGHERTY AND HIS MEMORY AS A DEDICATED 
                         STUDENT AND LOVING SON

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                             HON. RAUL RUIZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, August 25, 2017

  Mr. RUIZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the life of Jarrod Dougherty, 
a young constituent who unexpectedly passed away in an accident on May 
8, 2017. His charisma, energy, and talent will be enormously missed. I 
had the pleasure of meeting Jarrod when he visited my office in 
Washington, D.C. earlier this year as part of St. Theresa Catholic 
School's tour. I will never forget our conversation.
  Jarrod was a bright and talented student from my Congressional 
District. He was born on June 29, 2003, in Indio, CA and spent his 
childhood in Palm Springs and Cathedral City. He attended Cielo Vista 
Charter School and St. Theresa School where he was beloved by his peers 
and teachers.
  Outside of school, Jarrod was involved in our local community. He was 
an active member of the Victory Christian Center and the Palm Springs 
Youth League Baseball Organization. He was passionate about sports, 
and. his favorite teams were the LA Dodgers, Minnesota Vikings, Dallas 
Stars, and Notre Dame Fighting Irish.
  Jarrod enjoyed spending time with his family and his dogs. With a 
smile and a great sense of humor, he brought joy to those who knew him. 
He was a blessing to his parents, Jarrod and Cassandra, who often 
referred to him as Jr., Bub, Bubba, or Bubbas. Another one of his 
nicknames was Country, given his love for country music.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor the memory of Jarrod Dougherty. I am 
grateful for the opportunity to have met such a charming young man, and 
on behalf of California's 36th Congressional District, I extend my 
deepest sympathies to his family and loved ones.

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