[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 192 (Tuesday, November 21, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1121-E1122]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING THE LIFE OF CAROLYN W. JONES

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                     HON. DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 21, 2023

  Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I 
rise to recognize the remarkable life of Carolyn W. Jones.
  As a woman of faith, Carolyn was a leader of St. Ruth Missionary 
Baptist Church in Dania Beach where she served as a Trustee, Church 
Clerk, and as a member of the Hospitality Ministry.
  Carolyn, along with other prominent church members, was instrumental 
in ensuring St.

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Ruth was recognized with a commemorative historical marker, detailing 
the notable status of the church in the community. Carolyn was also one 
of the founders of the revered JWS-Journey of Hope Cancer Ministry at 
St. Ruth. As a strong compassionate, servant leader, Carolyn had a 
passion for supporting and working in the community to fight against 
cancer. Carolyn was the team leader for the Dania Beach Relay for Life 
fundraising walks, where she and others in the community walked to 
honor cancer survivors.
  Carolyn's love for developing young minds led her to be a part of the 
Broward County Public School District for more than 38 years. Her 
esteemed career included Parkway Middle School, Apollo Middle School, 
and Attucks Middle School. The pinnacle of Carolyn's educational career 
was when she was honored as Attucks Middle School Teacher of the Year. 
She was also a member of The Charmettes, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, 
and the Red Hat Society.
  As a supportive wife, Carolyn stood by her husband Albert as he 
served on both the Dania Beach and Broward County Commissions.
  Truly an inspiration, Carolyn is remembered for her kind and generous 
spirit and legacy of service to family, church, and community. My heart 
is with her family in mourning the loss of this kind, generous, and 
compassionate soul. We were forever privileged to have shared this time 
with her.
  May her memory be for a blessing.