Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mourn the loss of Lila Cay Williams Critz who unfortunately passed away last week at the age of 89. Mrs. Critz graduated from Leon High School in Tallahassee, Florida, and then attended Duke University where she received her B.A. in history and met her husband, Dale Critz. Mr. and Mrs. Critz then moved to Savannah, Georgia, where she played an integral part in the community by devoting herself to civic and community organizations. She was a member of the Junior League of Savannah, a volunteer for the Historic Savannah Foundation, and a board member and president of the Telfair Academy which she led through periods of tremendous growth. Mrs. Critz, a woman of strong faith, was a dedicated communicant of Christ Church Episcopal for over 50 years. Mr. and Mrs. Critz were married for 66 years. Their partnership extended beyond family and business to adventurous hobbies including hunting and fishing. Mrs. Critz is survived by her son, Dale Jr., and daughter, Lila; four grandchildren; one great-grandchild; her sister and brother; and three nephews. She will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. ____________________”