[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 1]
[House]
[Page 171]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    CELEBRATING WILLIAM ``BILL'' RAY

  (Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to 
celebrate the life of an extraordinary man, William ``Bill'' Ray.
  Bill laughed often, and he loved much. His charm and gentlemanly 
character won the respect of many people in my community.
  Bill worked in my district office as a community liaison and 
caseworker for 13 years. You know what? He made a difference in 
people's lives. He was genuinely interested in people and things, from 
the Boy Scouts to Native Americans and to veterans. He knew how to find 
the best in others, and he gave the best of himself.
  Bill loved his wife, Rhonda, and their son, Jeffrey, with all of his 
heart and soul. He loved his country and our military. He was a true 
patriot. Bill was noble in character, genuine in spirit, and very kind 
of heart.
  Rhonda, Jeffrey, you have my deepest condolences on the passing of 
your husband and father. I am blessed to have known him and to have 
worked with him.

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