[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 208 (Wednesday, December 9, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1122]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING THE LIFE OF SHAWN FARRITOR

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                           HON. ADRIAN SMITH

                              of nebraska

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 9, 2020

  Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Madam Speaker, today I rise to pay tribute to 
the life of Shawn Farritor. Shawn was born in June 1967 with a birth 
defect called transposition of the great arteries, meaning the two main 
arteries leaving his heart were reversed. Shawn overcame these 
challenges to become an attorney and published author, and it inspired 
him to spend his life helping others. Shawn received a double lung and 
heart transplant in December 2019 and spent a year fighting to recover 
before leaving us in September 2020. He was born and raised in Ravenna, 
Nebraska, and spent his professional career in Grand Island and 
Hastings.
  Spending his professional career providing legal support to those who 
needed it most, Shawn made a big effort to learn the language and 
culture of those he served and was known as someone who ``would 
actually listen.'' He was a literacy council volunteer, United Way 
professional partner, and served on the Friendship House board of 
directors as Vice President. He was also an active supporter of 
survivors of the transposition procedure he underwent. For his 
contributions to communities in the Third District, Shawn is an 
honorable mention recipient of the 2020 Innovation and Adaptation 
Recognition.
  Shawn is missed by all especially his wife, stepson, and family. He 
was beloved by all for his big heart and passion for helping others. We 
are grateful for Shawn and proud of everything he has done for many 
Nebraskans.

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