Recognizing Lois Washington's 100th Birthday

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Mr. LATIMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ms. Lois Washington as she celebrates her 100th birthday. It is my pleasure to join her family and friends in honoring the remarkable life she has led.

Born on December 12, 1925, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Ms. Washington moved with her family to New York City at the age of five and she never looked back. Since then, she has proudly called our great city home. She grew up here, married here, started her family here, and has lived an extraordinary life in the greatest city in the world. Lois also worked for the New York Telephone company and retired after 25 years of hard work and service.

As a resident of Co-op City, she is an active member of her community and a longtime member of the Co-op City Methodist Church. Although she is retired, that has not slowed her down, she watches the news, keeps up with current events, calls family and friends each day, and sometimes doesn't go to sleep until midnight, almost reverting back to her teenage self. She loves her shows and loves her family and the Bronx more. After many incredible years, Lois's contagious positivity and kindness is truly deserving of this body's recognition.

Mr. Speaker, once again, please join me in wishing Lois Washington another year of good health and happiness as she celebrates the milestone of her 100th Birthday.

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