[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 119 (Tuesday, July 23, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E753]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    REMEMBERING THE OUTSTANDING LIFE OF THE LATE DOUGLAS A. HARGRAY

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                          HON. TROY A. CARTER

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 23, 2024

  Mr. CARTER of Louisiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 
Late Honorable Douglas A. ``Doug'' Hargray, as he passed away at the 
tender age of 58, though a true fighter as a 31-year quadriplegic 
following a motor vehicle accident.
  Doug was born May 21, 1965, in Chicago, Illinois. In his early years, 
he attended Charles Wacker Elementary School. As a courageous youth, he 
was an active member of the Cub Scouts and later the Boy Scouts of 
America. He attended summer camp at Culver Military in Culver, Indiana, 
from 7 to 10 years old. Doug was awarded first place in a science fair, 
allowing him to showcase his ideas at a District Science Fair 
thereafter. Doug then attended Saint Ignatius College Prep for high 
school in Chicago, IL, graduating in 1983.
  Doug was beyond excited to have been accepted and enrolled at Xavier 
University of Louisiana, located in New Orleans, Louisiana, an 
institution in my district, of which I am a proud alumnus. After only 
one year on campus, Doug pledged the most auspicious fraternity Kappa 
Alpha Psi, Inc 's Beta Iota Chapter, at Xavier University of Louisiana 
in 1984. To further define his true fraternal dedication, he was a life 
member of this outstanding organization, a great fraternity brother, 
and a mentor to many young men.
  After his time at Xavier University, he enrolled at Meharry Medical 
College to pursue a master's degree in public health. Sadly, during his 
time at Meharry Medical College, he was seriously injured in a motor 
vehicle accident on April 21, 1991, leaving him a quadriplegic He was 
to enroll as a medical school student later that year.
  Doug's gift to serve as an exceptional role model did not only help 
youth, family, and friends; he also was a significant role model to 
those that cared for him as a quadriplegic; what a true gift from God. 
I know that I will miss the opportunity to connect with Doug. He has 
been a great inspiration to me, and I credit him for the encouragement 
he offered throughout my political career. His kind words have always 
been an inspiration to me.
  I will forever carry Doug as an Angel on my shoulder, guiding me to 
further propel in future life achievements. He will truly be missed, 
warmly thought of, and forever loved for endless years to come. Though 
his passing brings a tear to our eyes, may all the love, support, and 
great times bring a smile to our faces as we forever cherish his 
memories.
  May he take his rest in God's Kingdom. His life, legacy, and impact 
on those he touched will forever be remembered.

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