[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 187 (Thursday, November 21, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1493-E1494]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO VERONICA DAVILA

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                          HON. JOAQUIN CASTRO

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 21, 2019

  Mr. CASTRO of Texas. Madam Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge the 
life of Ms. Veronica Davila who passed away on November 13, 2019 at the 
age of 66. Ms. Davila hails from my hometown of San Antonio, Texas and 
is survived by her children, Lisa Luna, Enoch Diaz and Maricela Diaz-
Wells; eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and four siblings. A 
life-long advocate and educator, her contribution to the San Antonio 
community is irreplaceable. She will be greatly missed.
  Veronica Davila was born on December 16, 1952 to Adolfo Rodriguez, 
Sr. and Leonarda Vasquez Jimenez. Early on she developed a keen 
interest in family, community, and faith. For thirty years she worked 
extensively in the community and in non-profit organizations. For 
decades she dedicated herself to planning and the implementation of 
programs to end family violence.
  Until her untimely passing, Ms. Davila worked with the P.E.A.C.E. 
Initiative, or Putting An End to Abuse through Community Efforts. She 
was also known to help at-risk youth and victims of domestic violence.
  Madam Speaker, my heart goes out to the family and loved ones of Ms. 
Veronica Davila. A true hero in our community, she forged life-long 
friendships and connections with the many people she helped. At times, 
victims of domestic and family violence go unheard. Her passion and 
dedication to survivors gave them a voice. Her contribution to the San 
Antonio community will never be forgotten.

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