[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 207 (Tuesday, December 19, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1728]
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                          HONORING ANDRE LACY

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                            HON. LUKE MESSER

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 19, 2017

  Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a dear friend, Andre 
Lacy, who passed away this week on a trip in Botswana, Africa at the 
age of 78.
  Andre was a well-known entrepreneur and philanthropist throughout 
Indiana and the nation. He served as Chairman of the LDI, Ltd. Board, a 
family business which evolved over the years into a successful business 
innovation solutions firm. With his business expertise, Andre devoted 
his time to Butler's Business Accelerator program by mentoring students 
and graciously donated to Butler's business school to promote their 
continued success. Throughout his life, Andre made a profound impact on 
countless Hoosiers by providing his guidance to many boards, 
commissions, and civic organizations.
  On a personal note, Andre Lacy was my friend. He was a strong leader 
and a straight shooter that you could count on to be candid with you. 
Andre will be mourned most by those who knew him best, and he will be 
missed by all.

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