[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 39 (Tuesday, March 5, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E211]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING THE LIFE OF GWENDOLYN ``GWEN'' BENSON-WALKER

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                       HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON

                      of the district of columbia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 5, 2024

  Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Gwendolyn ``Gwen'' 
Elaine Benson-Walker, my former chief of staff, who died on February 2, 
2024.
  Gwen worked for me in various capacities for 20 years, starting as my 
scheduler and ultimately becoming my chief of staff. As my chief of 
staff, Gwen fostered a collaborative environment and helped me hire the 
best and brightest for my office.
  Gwen was also a devoted mother and grandmother, and had a passion for 
wellness, physical fitness, and world travel. After her retirement, 
Gwen traveled the world and lived in Spain from 2013 to 2022.
  Gwen was not only beloved by her family, friends and colleagues, she 
was also beloved by me. I am honored to have known Gwen, and I will be 
forever grateful for her service to Congress, as well as to the 
District of Columbia.
  Again, I ask the House of Representatives to join me in honoring the 
life of Gwen Benson-Walker.

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