[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 38 (Wednesday, February 26, 2020)]
[House]
[Page H1196]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               REFLECTING ON THE LIFE OF JO ALLISON SMITH

  (Mr. BUDD asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. BUDD. Madam Speaker, I rise today to reflect on the life of Jo 
Allison Smith, a dear friend to many and lifelong North Carolinian who 
passed away Saturday, February 15.
  Jo was the devoted wife to Eddie Smith, Jr., for over 57 years, as 
well as a loving mother to their son, Chris.
  Beyond family, Jo was passionate about her faith and served as an 
active member of St. James United Methodist Church in Greenville, North 
Carolina. She will no doubt be remembered for her extraordinary voice, 
which graced the music program for years.
  She was also a strong supporter of women in need. She helped found 
and lead Women for Women's Power of the Purse and served on the board 
of many other local charities.
  Jo was a passionate supporter of the UNC Tar Heels, where she served 
on the Board of Visitors for the UNC Comprehensive Cancer Center and 
graced UNC football fans with a wonderful rendition of our national 
anthem.
  Our State was blessed by Jo's presence, and our family was blessed to 
call her friend. Please join me in giving thanks for Jo's life and 
praying for the entire Smith family during this time.

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