[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 113 (Tuesday, June 29, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E716]
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                       PASSING OF JUSTIN WALLACE

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                         HON. GREGORY W. MEEKS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 29, 2021

  Mr. MEEKS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Justin Wallace, of 
Rockaway, New York, who was tragically taken from us on June 5th. 
Justin was a blessing to all who knew him. An adventurous and loving 
spirit, he brought tremendous joy and laughter into the lives of 
everyone around him. To his family, Justin was a ``miracle baby,'' his 
very existence a gift that defied the odds. A curious explorer with a 
bright mind, he was always fiddling with new gadgets and technology, 
learning about cars, enjoying mathematics, and playing video games. To 
our community, he was a beacon of hope--a gentle giant with a big 
heart, raised by his loving family to have integrity, respect, and to 
treat others with compassion and dignity.
  Justin was taken from us much too soon. His family and friends have 
confronted unimaginable grief at the loss of such an innocent and 
beautiful life. His bright and determined spirit will be dearly missed. 
Their hardship reflects what a gift he was to his family and friends 
who had the privilege of loving him. As Justin's brother so eloquently 
put it: ``Ten years old was short, but it was a blessing and it was 
beautiful.''
  I pray that God will give strength to the Wallace family as they bear 
this great personal loss. As Scripture tells us in Mathew 11:28-30, 
``Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you 
rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and 
humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.''
  May God bless his soul.

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