[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 186 (Friday, October 30, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E994]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING THE LIFE OF DONNA ANCINEC

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 30, 2020

  Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to mourn the passing of 
Donna Ancinec of Dearborn Heights, Michigan. Donna was a noted civic 
leader, a beloved member of her community, a mother, and a friend. She 
will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. We offer 
condolences to her family and friends who are grieving this terrible 
loss while also celebrating her life, her many accomplishments, and the 
impact she had on those who knew her.
  Donna was a noted public servant, as she first began her service on 
the Crestwood School Board in 2001 and served as president for 15 
years, until her passing. Her passion for students, education, and 
improving the lives of young people was unparalleled, and she served 
the people of Dearborn Heights with distinction during her 20 years on 
the board. Many changes happened during that time, and Donna was always 
there to serve as a steady hand, guiding the school district into the 
digital age and always putting the interests of students first. For 20 
years, as thousands of children passed through the halls of Crestwood 
Schools and began their journey into adulthood, they have Donna Ancinec 
to thank for providing the foundation of their education. For Donna, 
public service was not a means to an end but a calling to serve those 
in her community. Her dedication to education and improving the lives 
of young people will never be forgotten.
  Donna loved her community in Dearborn Heights, and her community 
cherished the role she played in their lives. Besides serving on the 
school board, Donna always took the time to be there for her extended 
network of family and friends. She was very proud of her Maltese 
heritage and was an active member of the Detroit Chapter of the Maltese 
American Benevolent Society. Large gatherings at her home were frequent 
and that sense of community and love that she brought to her life will 
be sorely missed by those who knew her well. Donna is survived by her 
son, Joseph, and her daughter, Emily.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the life of 
Donna Ancinec. She left this world too early, but her kind, loving 
nature will never be forgotten by those who knew her.

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