[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 149 (Thursday, September 14, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E851]
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                      HONORING THE LIFE OF JEAN EK

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                       HON. SYDNEY KAMLAGER-DOVE

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 14, 2023

  Ms. KAMLAGER-DOVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of 
Genevieve Ek, known as ``Jean'' by her beloved friends and family. Jean 
passed away last month after a life full of love, friendship, and 
kindness.
  She was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin in December of 1941, growing up 
in Racine before moving to Two Harbors, Minnesota. She opted to stay in 
Two Harbors even after her family moved to Oregon because of the strong 
and lasting relationships she had built with her friends and the love 
of her life, Harold. Jean and Harold would go on to marry in 1963 and 
have 3 children--Adele, Lura, and John.
  Jean was well known during her career in medical administration, 
helping mentor dozens during her tenure as she worked diligently to 
advance from receptionist to Executive Director of Crossroads Medical 
Center.
  She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Harold, their 3 children, 
8 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.
  While Jean will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her, her 
legacy of leadership, kindness, and compassion remains.
  I am honored to commemorate the life of Jean Ek and wish her family 
and friends strength and peace in their grief.

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