[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 170 (Wednesday, September 30, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E901-E902]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF FRANCIS V. EGELER

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 30, 2020

  Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, It is my honor to recognize the life of 
Francis V. Egeler, who passed away recently after a lifetime of service 
to his fellow Michiganders. Through his extreme dedication to public 
service, Frank became an indispensable part of the state of Michigan.
  Frank was born on December 28, 1963. After graduating from Traverse 
City Saint Francis High School in 1982, Frank spent a year working with 
Young Americans as a light and sound operator before studying 
accounting at Northwestern Michigan College. Following his education, 
Frank found his passion and calling in life while working on his first 
political campaign in 1998. This launched a

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twenty-two career in Michigan Republican politics, where he would go on 
to greatly shape the political makeup of Michigan, especially in 
Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. His dedication, kindness, 
and infectious charisma made him well liked and respected by all who 
had the opportunity to meet him.
  Frank passed away on September 5, 2020. He is missed dearly by his 
family and friends, and his legacy will undoubtedly live on for 
generations for come. Frank's tireless devotion to the public good 
touched the lives of countless Michiganders, and the impact of his work 
cannot be overstated.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of Michigan's First Congressional District, 
I ask you to join me in honoring the life of Francis V. Egeler. His 
legacy will forever live on in his family and through the many lives he 
bettered through his service.

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