[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 124 (Tuesday, July 24, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1059]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF LOIS FITCH

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                         HON. DAVID SCHWEIKERT

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 24, 2018

  Mr. SCHWEIKERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of 
Lois Fitch who passed away on July 23, 2018. Throughout all of my life, 
I have known Lois as someone who dedicated herself to helping young 
people find ways to become more meaningfully engaged in their 
community. Through her work leading the Teenage Republicans, Lois 
helped so many individuals find their place in the civics of working to 
improve our town, state, country, and America's place in the world. 
Lois epitomized a leader. She was kind and gracious to all. She was 
encouraging and supportive in helping others find their passions. She 
was the reason I decided to run for elective office. And, she has 
inspired me and so many others to serve on all levels of government. 
This past Sunday I had a chance to visit with Lois in the hospital. As 
I shared with her then, I will share here in the United States 
Congress--``Lois, you changed me for the better, and I will forever be 
grateful for your courage and service.'' May the flag of the United 
States Capitol fly in full tribute to her.

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