IN LOVING MEMORY OF JANET MARIE TORRISI-MOKWA

On 2018-07-25, Representative Ann Wagner (R-MO-2) delivered a floor speech titled "IN LOVING MEMORY OF JANET MARIE TORRISI-MOKWA" in the House.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF JANET MARIE TORRISI-MOKWA

Congressional Record, Volume 164 Issue 125 (Wednesday, July 25, 2018) [Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 125 (Wednesday, July 25, 2018)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1069] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] IN LOVING MEMORY OF JANET MARIE TORRISI-MOKWA ______ HON. ANN WAGNER of missouri in the house of representatives Wednesday, July 25, 2018 Mrs. WAGNER. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise to honor the passing of Janet Marie Torrisi-Mokwa. Jan was a dear friend and a dedicated leader in the St. Louis community. While we mourn this tragedy, I would like to celebrate Janis life and her many contributions to Missouri. She was a passionate advocate for an array of issues she held near and dear to her heart, including the protection of animals, the empowerment of women, and care for those in need. Jan recently celebrated 25 years of marriage to her husband Joseph Mokwa. She is also survived by her mother, Marie Torrisi; brother John Torrisi and his wife Claudia; nieces, Kaci and Amy; stepdaughter, Aimee Goodrich; and grandchildren, Danny, Julia, and Josephine. Jan was one of those people who was truly larger than life. She had a warm presence, an infectious positivity, and an unparalleled effect on others. Today we honor her insatiable spirit her countless contributions to our community, and the lasting impact she had on people from all walks of life. In His Sermon on the Mount, we are reminded by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, that those who mourn are blessed and will be comforted. I pray that during this difficult time, the Mokwa family, their friends, and neighbors are graced with that blessing from the Lord. Mr. Speaker, our community will dearly miss Jan's tremendous energy and bright smile. Her upbeat attitude and persistence will continue to live in each and every person she touched. ____________________