[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 44 (Wednesday, March 8, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H1161]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING JUDGE FRANCES SECKINGER

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life 
of Judge Frances Seckinger, who passed away on March 2. I might also 
note that it is appropriate on International Women's Day to honor a 
great judge.
  Judge Seckinger served in the judicial system when she was elected as 
a probate judge in Effingham County in 1977. That election sparked the 
beginning of a long and fruitful career in public service until her 
retirement in 2008. It is also important to note that Judge Seckinger's 
election made her the first female to hold an elected position in the 
Effingham County Judicial System.
  Outside of her public service, Judge Seckinger was a faithful 
attendee of Springfield United Methodist Church, and she enjoyed 
hobbies such as crocheting blankets for friends and family. Judge 
Seckinger's selfless career of community service and her love for 
family and others should serve as an inspiration for all of us.
  My condolences go out to Judge Seckinger's family, and I hope they 
know how grateful I am for her years of service.

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