[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 24 (Wednesday, February 5, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E131]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                     REMEMBERING THOMAS J. McKENNA

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                         HON. HALEY M. STEVENS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 5, 2020

  Ms. STEVENS. Madam Speaker, I rise today in memory of Tom McKenna, 
who passed away on December 11th after a courageous battle with two 
rare forms of leukemia at the age of 78.
   Tom was born on August 11, 1941 in Chicago to Charles and Dorothy 
McKenna. He was a proud south-sider, an avid Notre Dame and Chicago 
Bears fan, and a passionate golfer.
   Tom is survived by his wife Karin of 36 years, daughter Mary Kate 
Battles, son Matt McKenna, grandson Max Battles, son-in-law Joseph 
Battles, daughter-in-law Maggie Shine as well as his brothers Chuck, 
Dan and Jim, and many nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind many 
dear, wonderful golfing friends at Sand Creek Country Club and the many 
work friends he made over his 40-year career in the steel industry.
   Tom will be remembered for being a fiercely loyal companion, father, 
grandfather and friend, and for his positive outlook on life. ``Every 
day is a good day'' was a phrase he said each day, which is a memory 
that will continue to inspire everyone who knew him.

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