Recognition of Eunice Brinson

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Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly represent Ohio's 13th District, the birthplace of champions.

I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Eunice Brinson and extend my deepest and sincerest condolences to the friends and family who knew and loved her.

Eunice was a hardworking and caring individual, who dedicated her life to the Lord. Born to Samuel and Minnie (Warthen) Fort in 1919 in Davisboro, Georgia, Eunice was also the child of Joseph Johnson. She first attended the Little Pine Hill Methodist Church in Georgia, where she sang in the choir. Eunice then went on to be a member of the United Baptist Church for over 70 years, during which time, she served on many committees, including Senior Usher Board, Mission Society, and repast Committee. At her death, she was the oldest living member at United Baptist Church.

Eunice worked for 25 years at Mechanical Industries as a Welder and Trainer until her retirement. She then decided to go back to work as a housekeeper for several families. Eunice lived a full life and in her 103 years on this earth, she enjoyed activities such as fishing, cooking, gardening, and bowling.

Eunice is preceded in death by her loving husband, JK Sr.; brothers Walter, Will, Cleveland, Remus, and Pierce; sisters Gozilla, Daisy, Annie Mae, Carrie Mae, Elizabeth, Sally, Mattie, and Susie; and several other nieces, nephews, cousins, daughters-in-law and brothers-in-law. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, JK Jr., Gregory, Anthony (Clara), William Sr. (Mike), and Connie; 22 grandchildren, 25 great- grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild, as well as many friends.

Though her presence is truly missed, her memory will live on through the people she influenced and the family she deeply loved. Thus, with deepest sympathy, I mourn the loss and pay tribute to a truly phenomenal individual, Eunice Brinson. May her memory be a blessing.

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