[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 12391]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                  A TRIBUTE TO SUE SARILYN WASHINGTON

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                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 14, 2007

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Madam Speaker, it is with sadness 
and deep regret that many of us in this body rise to pay tribute to a 
wonderful lady and a close friend of mine--Mrs. Sue Sarilyn Washington. 
The words most often associated with her are ``grace'' and 
``compassion,'' and with those I wholeheartedly agree.
  Just a quick glimpse of her professional life attests to her 
unselfish spirit. Sue Sarilyn Washington was an inspiration to those 
around her, and dedicated her time and spirit to many outstanding local 
and national organizations, including: the VA Medical Center of Dallas; 
Jack & Jill of America; Links, Inc. Dallas Chapter; Carrousels, Dallas 
Chapter; Board of Trustees, Lutheran High School; the Board of 
Directors, Children's Theater of Dallas; Deacon, Royal Lane Baptist 
Church; and the St. Marks Boy Scouts. Through these organizations, Sue 
touched the lives of countless individuals.
  A devoted mother of three, Sue also consistently showed her love for 
God and others. She delicately balanced the rigors of professional life 
with the demands of caring for their family; yet, she still made time 
for friends.
  Madam Speaker, it is a great honor for me to rise today to pay 
tribute to a lady who faithfully served her community with dedication 
and integrity. Sue Sarilyn Washington will be sorely missed in North 
Texas.

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