[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 21 (Tuesday, February 6, 2024)]
[Senate]
[Pages S419-S420]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       REMEMBERING RAYMOND JACOBY

  Mr. WELCH. Mr. President, I would like to recognize the recent 
passing, and honor the life of an extraordinary Vermonter, Raymond 
``Ray'' Bradley Jacoby. Ray touched the lives of many in our State, and 
his presence in his community will be deeply missed.
  Ray dedicated much of his professional career to volunteerism and 
nonprofit service. Ray was the executive director of the Chittenden 
County United Way in Burlington, VT, for 10 years in the 1970s and 80s. 
In this role, he worked to make financial stability, healthcare, and 
affordable education accessible to everyone, coordinating with 
community partners to provide crucial assistance to Chittenden County 
residents.
  Throughout his life, Ray was also a devoted attendee, employee, and 
supporter of YMCA summer camps. As a young boy, he attended YMCA camps 
across New England. Later in his life, he served in nearly every camp 
position, from counselor-in-training to camp director. After his 
retirement from the United Way, he worked with YMCA Camp Abnaki in 
North Hero, VT, for years. He helped the camp to raise funds and 
provide support to the staff to ensure campers had the best experience 
possible every summer.
  Ray will be remembered by many for his contributions to his 
community, commitment to his work, and devotion to his family. It is 
with both great sadness and honor that I celebrate the life of Raymond 
Jacoby and extend my deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. 
His impact on Vermonters will never be forgotten.

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