[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 76 (Wednesday, April 22, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E379]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING THE LIFE OF LAUREN OF MATHENY

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                             HON. TED BUDD

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 22, 2020

  Mr. BUDD. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Lauren 
Matheny of Greensboro, North Carolina.
  Lauren was born on March 30, 1971 in Gainesville, Florida and spent 
many of her early years in Ormond Beach.
  Beyond being a devoted wife, loving mother, and friend to many, 
Lauren was a proud teacher at Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School in 
Greensboro. Words cannot do justice to the impact she had on so many 
students' lives.
  In 2018, Lauren was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. From that time 
on, she courageously fought against her ailment with determination and 
dignity. Lauren set an example in her battle against cancer that will 
live on for years to come.
  As an educator, she enriched the lives of her students, her children, 
and so many in the community. Evidence of this enrichment was 
demonstrated when over 300 members of her community came together to 
organize a fundraiser on behalf of the Matheny family.
  On April 8, 2020, Lauren passed away with her family by her side. Her 
contributions will not soon be forgotten.
  Please join me in gratitude for Lauren's life and in praying for her 
husband, Zack, her three children, and the entire Matheny family.

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