[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 74 (Tuesday, May 8, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E603]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                TRIBUTE TO THE LATE CYRUS M. JOLLIVETTE

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                          HON. AL LAWSON, JR.

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 8, 2018

  Mr. LAWSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life 
and legacy of Cyrus M. Jollivette, who passed away suddenly a few days 
ago, at the age of 72. Russ, as he was affectionately known, embodied 
the very best of the American spirit and ideals. With his passing, 
Florida, and indeed, our nation has lost a beloved leader and a 
cherished friend.
  Russ was a great friend to this institution and well known to many of 
us here in the House, from his many years representing Blue Cross and 
Blue Shield of Florida, and the University of Miami in Washington. I 
speak for all of us when I say that our thoughts and prayers go out to 
his family especially his sister Regina, Cleo, his daughter Lynn and 
grandkids Richard and Lauren.
  Russ loved his community and always worked tirelessly to make life 
better for someone else. He embodied the axiom of Mary McLeod Bethune 
that former U.S. Rep. Carrie Meek taught us: ``service is the price you 
pay for the space that God lets you occupy.''
  In that tradition, Russ left his mark in so many ways. At the 
University of Miami where he helped to expand the University's research 
and biomedical mission, as well as the campus footprint in Miami. In 
the arts, his work with the Ritz Chamber Players is legendary.
  Russ was a man of faith. He had faith in God. Faith in his family. 
Faith in his community. And, faith in his country.
  His loss will be deeply felt across Florida and this nation. May it 
be a source of comfort to you Lynn, Cleo, and Regina, and all of his 
family and friends that so many in our community, our state, and our 
country mourn with you.

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