[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 19 (Monday, January 29, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E107]
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                REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF KATHLEEN DePIERO

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                             HON. TIM RYAN

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 29, 2018

  Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to remember the life of 
Kathleen DePiero who passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 30, 
2017 after a brief illness.
  Kathleen graduated from Parkersburg High School and received a degree 
in journalism from the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism at Ohio 
University. She was an Emmy Award winning television reporter and 
anchor, which included stops in Parkersburg, West Virginia, Charlotte, 
North Carolina, and Cleveland, Ohio. Known for her captivating 
storytelling and being a natural on camera, Kathleen was well respected 
and admired by her colleagues. Kathleen was also a loving mother to two 
children, Blake and Hadley. She wanted to be there for every aspect of 
their lives, every single day. Kathleen treasured her time at her 
family's lake house and her parent's home in Hilton Head Island. She 
was the happiest surrounded by family and close friends.
  Kathleen was known for describing herself as a: Daughter, Sister, 
Wife, Mother, Friend, Cousin, Aunt, Colleague, Head Room Mom, Hillary 
lover, Country Music Fan, Book Worm, Wine Aficionado, Half Marathoner, 
KI Girl, Dog Mom, FFLOP, Happy Hour Connoisseur, SIL, Paddle Boarder, 
Staunch Democrat, Backstage Dance Mom, Reporter, Supper Clubber, 
Singer, Work Out Enthusiast, Impersonator, Traveler, Dancer, Hallmark 
Christmas Movie Watcher, Royal Family Follower, Weather Reporter 
Wannabe, Granddaughter, Katie Couric Stalker, Mountaineer, Bobcat Girl, 
AOTT Sister, aka Deeeeelores, DIL, Chicken and Biscuit Consumer, 
Essential Oil Guru, Carpooler, Emmy Award Winner, Yogi, Beachcomber, 
Cookbook Collector, Salty Dog Frequenter, and so much more.
  Kathleen had an infectious laugh that will live in our hearts 
forever. I know she is deeply missed by her friends and family. I 
extend my deepest and sincerest condolences

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