[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 195 (Thursday, December 15, 2022)]
[House]
[Page H9858]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF SENATOR PAT ENGEL

  (Mr. SMITH of Nebraska asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Madam Speaker, today, I join Representative  
Mike Flood to honor the life and service of former Nebraska State 
Senator Pat Engel, whom we served alongside during our time in the 
Nebraska Legislature.
  Born in South Sioux City, Nebraska, Pat was a man of faith who 
applied his sharp mind to a life of service to his community and never 
stopped serving.
  After his early military career concluded with Active Duty as an Air 
Force intelligence officer stationed in Germany, he chose to return 
with his young family to South Sioux City. There, as a prolific 
volunteer, he earned a reputation for his good nature and compassion 
for others as he served on two local school boards, numerous volunteer 
organizations, and as Dakota County commissioner.
  In his 16 years in the legislature, Pat defined what it is to be a 
public servant. He was well liked. He had a special gift to work and 
connect with anyone, and I will always remember his cheerful way, even 
when issues were difficult. He was known for bringing people together.

  Pat and his wife, Dee, were married for almost 68 years and had five 
children. Family, community, and love for his home State meant the 
world to Pat. He will be missed.

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