[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 4 (Monday, January 8, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E8]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING LYNN RANEY

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                           HON. RODNEY DAVIS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 8, 2018

  Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Lynn 
Raney, who passed away on December 28th. He was a talented artist, a 
dedicated state worker, an admired teacher, and a respected member of 
our Central Illinois community.
  Lynn found great joy in serving others. I got to know him during his 
time working in public service for the State of Illinois. There was 
never a day Lynn did not have a smile on his face, even in the midst of 
difficult family health tragedies.
  As a boy, Lynn was active in the Boy Scouts, achieving honors such as 
the Eagle Scout, the Silver Beaver, and the Wood Badge. Later in life 
he was proud to serve as a volunteer, teaching the values of the Boy 
Scouts to younger generations.
  I have no doubt that Lynn will be remembered well for his talent as 
an artist. Not only did he teach art to high school students, but he 
was known for the care and creativity he put into his annual Christmas 
cards. Just before Christmas, I received one of his cards and I will 
cherish it even more after his passing.
  I am proud to honor Lynn today. He left a lasting impact on everyone 
who knew him. He was a good friend, a devoted husband, and a loving 
father who will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with his 
family during this difficult time.

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