[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 102 (Wednesday, June 15, 2022)]
[Senate]
[Page S2963]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      REMEMBERING SHERRA FERTITTA

 Mr. CASSIDY. Mr. President, I rise today to celebrate the life 
of Mrs. Sherra Fertitta of Monroe, LA. Mrs. Fertitta leaves behind a 
legacy of generosity, optimism, and intellect after a remarkable career 
as a student, educator, and incredibly engaged member of her community.
  Mrs. Fertitta was proud to teach for more than 25 years across three 
States before retiring in 2010 from Ouachita Parish High School. Upon 
completion of her impressive teaching career, Ms. Fertitta accepted the 
title of educational director of Vantage Health Plan of Louisiana. 
Here, she created an educational series via weekly radio interviews 
with Representative Michael Echols for public health education 
purposes.
  Ms. Fertitta continued her community involvement as a member and core 
organizer of OPWRC for more than a decade. She spearheaded many 
projects during her time with OPWRC, including an event during August 
2020 that safely provided a forum for Fifth District congressional 
candidates and voters to interact ahead of the election season amidst a 
global pandemic.
  I extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Ms. 
Fertitta, who have lost an invaluable loved one. Her memory will live 
on with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all whom 
she encountered as a dedicated, kindhearted educator.

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