[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 48 (Tuesday, March 20, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E348]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF NANCY ANN KUNOVICH

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                             HON. TIM RYAN

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 20, 2018

  Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to remember the life of 
Nancy Ann Kunovich, age 82, who passed away peacefully on March 11, 
2018.
  Nancy was born on September 25, 1935 in Youngstown, Ohio. Nancy was 
married to Charles Kunovich and together they raised 5 children. In 
addition to being a mom, Nancy worked for the Austintown School 
District for over 30 years as one of the pioneers behind the ``I Can'' 
Program. Nancy's compassion and devotion throughout the program 
inspired countless young people to turn their lives around.
  After retiring in 2005, Nancy moved to Manchaca, Texas. She enjoyed 
spending her retired life gardening, reading, cooking, and so much 
more. Her greatest pride and joy came in spending time with her family 
and friends. Her step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren lovingly 
referred to her as Grandma Nancy.
  Nancy was preceded in death by her husband Charles, her daughter 
Elizabeth Blockinger, her parents Hannah and William Richards, and her 
brother William Richards, Jr. Nancy is survived by her children Glenn 
Johnson and wife Norma, daughter Lynda Self and husband Carl, daughter 
Christine Johnson; son, Eric Johnson and grandchildren Eric Betts, Kate 
Kam, and Hannah Blockinger. Nancy also leaves five step-children 
behind; Kathy Joyce and husband David, Michelle Chance and husband Joe, 
Charles Kunovich Jr., Mary Jo Cusack and husband Jim, Michael Kunovich 
and wife Michelle.
  I had the pleasure of knowing Nancy's son Glenn. She was a beloved 
mother and grandmother, and I know she is dearly missed. I extend my 
deepest condolences to Glenn and his family.

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