[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 147 (Friday, September 20, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E937]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         REMEMBERING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF TRACEY ANNE KENNEDY

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                        HON. TIMOTHY M. KENNEDY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 20, 2024

  Mr. KENNEDY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in remembrance of Ms. Tracey 
Anne Kennedy, who passed on September 16, 2024, and whose life's work 
instilled faith, hope, and love in everyone around her.
  Ms. Kennedy was born on May 6, 1963, to John and Carol Kennedy of 
Tonawanda, New York. She attended Sweet Home High School and graduated 
from Buffalo State University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 
Political Science. She married John Plante in 1991, and together they 
raised two beautiful children, Michael and Mary Katherine. Though they 
went their separate ways later in life, Tracey lived out the last five 
years of her life with John, who helped her navigate her medical 
journey.
  After being diagnosed with Stage 4 Breast Cancer and later Adenoid 
Cystic Carcinoma, Ms. Kennedy bravely fought for nine years through 
numerous treatments and procedures, always with a positive attitude and 
remaining strong in her faith. As a member of The Chapel at CrossPoint, 
Ms. Kennedy found comfort in knowing that God was with her every step 
of the way.
  Ms. Kennedy always ensured that those around her felt loved. She was 
everyone's loudest cheerleader, strongest supporter, and best friend. 
She relentlessly encouraged her family and friends to strive for the 
impossible and reach for the stars. She always wanted to make everyone 
feel seen and special, armed with her thousand-watt smile and 
contagious laughter.
  Today, Ms. Kennedy is remembered as a hard-working woman of God, who 
put the needs of others first, had a profound love for her children and 
family, and continuously fought for her health. Please join me in 
honoring Ms. Tracey Anne Kennedy for her lifetime of dedication to 
service and faith.

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