[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 97 (Friday, June 7, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E598-E599]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        RECOGNIZING RANDY KELLER

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                        HON. BRITTANY PETTERSEN

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, June 7, 2024

  Ms. PETTERSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Randy Keller of 
Canon City, Colorado for his outstanding performance of duties as the 
Fremont County Coroner during the extraordinary circumstances during 
the funeral home tragedy in Penrose, Colorado.

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  In October of 2023, the remains of nearly 200 individuals were found 
improperly stored at a local funeral home. This horrific and shocking 
crime rocked this close knit community and prompted Colorado officials 
to declare a state disaster.
  As the Coroner, Mr. Keller oversaw this crisis with incredible 
efficiency and compassion. Families who had worked with the funeral 
home during some of their most vulnerable moments were left wondering 
if their loved ones were cared for properly.
  Mr. Keller worked overtime to coordinate with local, state, and 
federal agencies to identify the deceased, notify their loved ones, and 
seek justice for the community members impacted by this tragedy. Mr. 
Keller's work gave closure to grieving families and helped restore 
trust to the people of Fremont County.
  On behalf of the people of Colorado's Seventh Congressional District, 
it is my honor to recognize Randy Keller for his commitment and service 
to Fremont County.

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