[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 205 (Friday, December 15, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1713]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





          TO HONOR THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF JAMES WILLIAM LAWYER

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                           HON. RODNEY DAVIS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, December 15, 2017

  Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
life and legacy of James William Lawyer, a friend to many in 
Taylorville and Christian County, who passed away on December 6, 2017. 
Jim Lawyer is another tragic victim of Alzheimer's disease.
  A beloved member of the Taylorville community, Jim was a valued 
volunteer in many local organizations, which included serving as coach 
of the original Taylorville Junior Football League team, the Bears.
  Jim served as one of my football coaches during my freshman and 
sophomore years at Taylorville High School, and was an invaluable 
mentor and teacher. Years later, I was blessed with the opportunity to 
coach his grandsons in the local JFL league and pass on many of the 
lessons and guidance that Jim gave to me.
  Throughout his life, Jim impacted a countless number of lives, mine 
included. Please keep his wife, Janet, and the rest of his family in 
your thoughts and prayers.

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