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HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF MS. SAN JUANITA "JANE" GONZALEZ

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On 2026-04-27, Representative Joaquin Castro (D-TX-20) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF MS. SAN JUANITA "JANE" GONZALEZ" in the House.

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Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E367] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF MS. SAN JUANITA ``JANE'' GONZALEZ ______ HON. JOAQUIN CASTRO of texas in the house of representatives Monday, April 27, 2026 Mr. CASTRO of Texas. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the life and legacy of Ms. San Juanita ``Jane'' Gonzalez, who passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026. A tireless advocate, Jane's commitment to the success of small businesses and underserved communities was celebrated by those who call San Antonio home. She is survived by her brothers, Rafael Gonzalez, Rogelio Gonzalez, and Rolando Gonzalez, her nephew Roland Gonzalez, and niece Brianna Gonzalez. Born on February 16, 1960, to Margueritte and Rafael Gonzalez, Ms. Gonzalez was the oldest of four siblings. After graduating from Brackenridge High School, she continued her studies in San Antonio and earned her bachelor's degree in accounting from Our Lady of the Lake University. She would later earn a master's degree in finance from St. Joseph's University. After pursuing a career on the East Coast and Houston, Texas, she returned to San Antonio in 2005 and founded MEDwheels along with her brother, Rolando, with the goal of supplying medical equipment to those in need. In moments of need, she would organize for underserved communities in San Antonio to receive lifesaving equipment and services. In addition to her invaluable work with MEDwheels, Ms. Gonzalez was a tireless champion for the success of small businesses within San Antonio. She sought to ensure that local businesses continued to grow past the start-up stage and continued to expand the local economy by entering more markets and creating new jobs. Ms. Gonzalez was a fighter in life and did not let her cancer diagnosis stop her from helping others. I am grateful for her years of service to our San Antonio community. Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing the incredible life and legacy of Ms. Jane Gonzalez. May her memory and commitment to serving others continue to inspire us all. ____________________

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HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF MS. SAN JUANITA "JANE" GONZALEZ Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 73 (Monday, April 27, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E367] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF MS. SAN JUANITA ``JANE'' GONZALEZ ______ HON. JOAQUIN CASTRO of texas in the house of representatives Monday, April 27, 2026 Mr. CASTRO of Texas. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the life and legacy of Ms. San Juanita ``Jane'' Gonzalez, who passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026. A tireless advocate, Jane's commitment to the success of small businesses and underserved communities was celebrated by those who call San Antonio home. She is survived by her brothers, Rafael Gonzalez, Rogelio Gonzalez, and Rolando Gonzalez, her nephew Roland Gonzalez, and niece Brianna Gonzalez. Born on February 16, 1960, to Margueritte and Rafael Gonzalez, Ms. Gonzalez was the oldest of four siblings. After graduating from Brackenridge High School, she continued her studies in San Antonio and earned her bachelor's degree in accounting from Our Lady of the Lake University. She would later earn a master's degree in finance from St. Joseph's University. After pursuing a career on the East Coast and Houston, Texas, she returned to San Antonio in 2005 and founded MEDwheels along with her brother, Rolando, with the goal of supplying medical equipment to those in need. In moments of need, she would organize for underserved communities in San Antonio to receive lifesaving equipment and services. In addition to her invaluable work with MEDwheels, Ms. Gonzalez was a tireless champion for the success of small businesses within San Antonio. She sought to ensure that local businesses continued to grow past the start-up stage and continued to expand the local economy by entering more markets and creating new jobs. Ms. Gonzalez was a fighter in life and did not let her cancer diagnosis stop her from helping others. I am grateful for her years of service to our San Antonio community. Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing the incredible life and legacy of Ms. Jane Gonzalez. May her memory and commitment to serving others continue to inspire us all. ____________________