[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 156 (Thursday, September 28, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1284]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              COMMEMORATING THE LIFE OF JEFFREY H. BROTMAN

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                         HON. SUZAN K. DelBENE

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 28, 2017

  Ms. DelBENE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of my 
friend and constituent, Mr. Jeffrey H. Brotman, who recently passed 
away at the age of 74.
   Jeff was a Washington state native well known for his business 
accomplishments. From growing up working in his father's stores to 
opening Bottoms and eventually as a founder of Costco, Jeff's work made 
a significant impact around the world.
   But he wasn't just a business leader. Jeff's generosity and tireless 
dedication to bettering our community will have a lasting impact on the 
Puget Sound region.
   Jeff was a dedicated Husky and served as a University of Washington 
trustee. He also chaired the Million Dollar Round Table, working to 
bring people together to help others today and long into the future. In 
recognition of his work, he received the 2014 United Way Beacon Award 
for Visionary Philanthropy.
   I would like to commemorate Jeff's lifetime of achievements. He will 
be remembered by his uplifting demeanor and abiding optimism, and as a 
committed community servant whose important work will continue to echo 
in years to come. My thoughts are with his wife, Susan, his children 
Justin and Amanda, and all of his family and friends.

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