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Steve Israel: Mr. Speaker, at Raymond Downey's memorial service, his daughter Kathy recited a poem I would like to share. It is…

On the recordDecember 18, 2001
Mr. Speaker, at Raymond Downey's memorial service, his daughter Kathy recited a poem I would like to share. It is entitled Our Angel. ``On that dreadful day we huddled in prayer, hearts joined in sorrow, pain difficult to bear. Our angels climbed up, as they helped others down. The Towers may have fallen, but our bravest never touched the ground. They kept soaring up to that heavenly cloud, shining strength down on us, we are grateful and proud. So please say a prayer as a tribute to those whose love never faltered and eternally grows.''
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Steve Israel
New York

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Sharing a poem at a memorial service for Raymond Downey.

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