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Mr. VALADAO. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Mr. Ronald ``Ron'' d'Artenay, Sr., who passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022.

Mr. d'Artenay was born in Hanford, California on June 29, 1943. He was raised in nearby Kettleman City where he first began helping his father on the farm. His interest in farming and agriculture continued to grow while attending Avenal High School.

After graduation, Mr. d'Artenay chose to stay in the industry and started his first business, d'Artenay Hay Service, early in his career. In the 1980s, he started d'Artenay Farms in Coalinga, California, where he successfully grew pistachios for over thirty years.

Mr. d'Artenay was also a fixture in the local racing community. He served as a founding member and president of the Avenal Sand Drags Association. He became known for his sand drag race car, `The Red Warrior.' Mr. d'Artenay was a valued member of our local community, and it is with great pride that I recognize him for his service to the Central Valley.

Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the United States House of Representatives to join me in honoring the life and legacy of Mr. Ronald ``Ron'' d'Artenay, Sr.

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