[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 105 (Thursday, June 15, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H2950]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING THE LIFE OF TARAS G. SZMAGALA

  (Ms. KAPTUR asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, last week, America and we in Ohio lost a 
true patriot, family man, successful business leader, and community 
champion, Taras G. Szmagala, who passed away at 90 years of age.
  To his wife, Katherine, of 64 years; son, Taras; grandson, Gregory; 
and a vast network of extended family and friends, I know this is a 
difficult time. Yet, I also know that you carry forward in all you do 
the living memory of your beloved husband, father, and grandfather. 
Please know many others feel the sharp pain of your loss.
  Taras inspired us all with his gentlemanly manner, easy smile, and 
dedicated passion on matters that mean the most. There was no stronger 
advocate on behalf of liberty for Ukraine than Taras. He knew the 
stakes.
  His life was a classic, committed to family, profession, Nation, and 
liberty, and he was resolute. He made and kept his promises. He 
maintained resolve in all pursuits. He was jovial, loving, dependable, 
and visionary, and he made our world a better place.
  May he rest in peace as he takes his place at a high altar of praise, 
as his spirit helps guide our world, including freedom for Ukraine. May 
he help usher her into the birth of liberty to which he dedicated so 
much of his life.

  Sending deepest sympathy and abiding gratitude of friendship.

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