[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 144 (Wednesday, September 3, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H3766]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF LISA K. COLON

  (Mr. Smucker of Pennsylvania was recognized to address the House for 
5 minutes.)
  Mr. SMUCKER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Lisa K. 
Colon of Lancaster City, who passed away on August 21, 2025, at the age 
of 51.
  Lisa will be deeply missed by all who knew her, especially her 
family. She was a devoted wife to Reali Colon; loving mother to 
Isreali, Victoria, and Realina; and proud grandmother to three 
granddaughters. She was also a faithful sister and daughter.
  Lisa represented, in many ways, what makes our community so great: a 
dedication to public service; a spirit of volunteering; a strong work 
ethic; and a deep love for God, family, and country.
  Born in Asheville, North Carolina, Lisa moved to Lancaster County in 
1987 along with her family when her father transferred to the 
Pennsylvania Army National Guard.
  In the 2000s, Lisa furthered her education, graduating from 
Harrisburg Area Community College and then Penn State University with a 
bachelor's degree in accounting.
  She worked as a records officer at Lancaster County Prison, and then 
she moved to the controller's office as senior accountant and assistant 
manager before being elected by the voters of Lancaster County to serve 
as county controller in 2021, a position she held until her passing.
  Lisa was the first woman elected controller in Lancaster County, but 
her impact as a trailblazer and her contributions to her community 
extends far beyond her service as a public official.
  Lisa had a heart for giving back to the community, volunteering for 
the Lancaster City Parks Department, Adopt-a-Block, and homeless 
shelters in the city. She was president of the local Blue Star Mothers 
of America chapter, which assists Active-Duty military personnel, their 
families, and veterans.
  Lisa also served as chair of the Lancaster City Republican Committee 
and the assistant treasurer for the Republican Committee of Lancaster 
County.
  For her many professional and community achievements, Lisa was 
honored as a Woman of Influence by the Central Penn Business Journal 
just last year. It was a fitting recognition for the positive impact 
that Lisa has made on our community.
  Even while battling cancer, Lisa Colon continued her duties as 
controller and did missionary work in Cambodia, as well. Lisa left 
behind an incredible impact on both the community and those who she 
met, and I am glad to have known her and to have called her a friend 
for many years.
  As we mourn the passing and celebrate the life of Lisa Colon, we 
offer our prayers of comfort to her family and to those who grieve. May 
they have peace, and may Lisa's memory and her lasting impact on our 
community continue to inspire others.

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