[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 50 (Thursday, March 21, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E321]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                  HONORING SUE MERRILL CRAWFORD ANTLE

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                           HON. JIMMY PANETTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 21, 2019

  Mr. PANETTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of Sue 
Merrill Crawford Antle, the matriarch of the central coast of 
California's Antle family. Sue will be remembered as a devoted mother 
and wife, talented sewing artist, and active supporter of her 
community.
  Sue Antle was born on February 23, 1936 in Watsonville, California. A 
native of the Central Coast, Sue attended Watsonville High School, 
where she met Bob Antle. The two would eventually enjoy 58 years of 
marriage together.
  Sue and Bob would remain on the Central Coast throughout their lives, 
establishing even deeper roots in their community. As Bob managed his 
family's lettuce company, Sue tended to the family home and raised 
their four children. Sue could often be found in her home's sewing 
room, where she created beautiful and precious keepsakes for her 
family, friends, and community. These pieces included Christmas 
stockings for her entire family and colorful jackets frequently 
auctioned for charity.
  Sue and Bob's family on the Central Coast continued to grow to 
include her children's spouses, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and 
nieces and nephews. Sue's beloved family was a foundation for her life 
and a blessing that guided her desire to give back to her community. 
Sue co-chaired California State University Monterey Bay's Have a Heart 
fundraiser for student scholarships and, as an avid booklover, took joy 
in reading to children through the Monterey County Reads program 
established by the Panetta Institute for Public Policy. Sue was a 
passionate advocate for the children of field workers and leaves a 
legacy of fostering early childhood education and supporting first-
generation college students.
  Sue will be remembered for unfailing kindness and generosity. We, as 
a community, celebrate her legacy and life well-lived. Madam Speaker, I 
ask that my colleagues join me in honoring the life of Sue Merrill 
Crawford Antle.

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