[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 86 (Thursday, May 24, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E731]
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                    CAROLE ONDERDONK, REST IN PEACE

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                            HON. JARED POLIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 24, 2018

  Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to pay tribute to a pillar of 
our community, Carole Onderdonk of her adopted city of Eagle, Colorado.
  Carole Onderdonk was a graduate of Upsala College and Fordham 
University, eventually becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and 
a gifted craftsperson. As a social worker, she became a tireless 
advocate for the most vulnerable, and truly believed she could make a 
difference in the world. I'm told that her positivity inspired her 
friends and family to be their best selves.
  I've known Carole for almost 20 years, and represented her in 
Congress until they redistricted her part of Eagle County out of the 
2nd Congressional District. She always considered me her honorary 
representative anyway, and I knew the progressive cause could always 
count on her passionate advocacy.
  Carole was one of our favorite volunteers in Eagle County, and she 
carried within her a passion for improving the lives of others through 
the power of activism and political action. Her dedication to making a 
positive impact will be sorely missed.
  Carol was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-
grandmother, and valued member of our community.

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