[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 80 (Wednesday, May 11, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E481]
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                    HONORING THE LIFE OF DAN BOYNTON

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                           HON. RODNEY DAVIS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 11, 2022

  Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor 
Dan Boynton.
  Teachers hold a special place in our community. Not only do they 
teach our next generation of Americans, but they also shape them into 
kind, curious, and thoughtful human beings. Teachers like Dan Boynton 
showed just how impactful teachers can be in the lives of their 
students.
  Dan taught and coached football at Central Catholic, St. Teresa High 
School, and Maroa-Forsyth High School. No matter what school he taught 
at, Dan was loved by many for his ability to make a connection with his 
students. As a consumer education and Intro to Business teacher, Dan 
was a role model to the many students he taught.
  The connection that Dan retained with his students allowed the 
passion he had for teaching to show. He was often seen as a figure that 
you could approach about anything, and he was especially known for 
supporting his players in any way possible. Even limited by his health, 
Dan made sure he would always be cheering for his team.
  Dan passed away in March after a yearlong battle with brain cancer. 
Dan was a role model for his school and his community, and his kindness 
and warm spirit will be missed by many. Me and my family send our 
thoughts and prayers to him, his wife, and their children. May he rest 
in peace.

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