March 5, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 39 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

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        HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF FAITH CHRISTINE BARCROFT

  (Mr. WILLIAMS asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. WILLIAMS. Madam Speaker, I would like to take this time to honor 
the life and legacy of my good friend, Jack Barcroft's wife, Faith 
Christine Barcroft.
  Mrs. Barcroft resided in Gatesville, in the 25th District of Texas 
that I represent. At the young age of 39, she passed away on February 
20, 2019, from glioblastoma.
  Glioblastoma is a very aggressive cancer that can occur in the brain 
or spinal cord. It is the most common type of brain cancer, and almost 
200,000 people die of it each year. Madam Speaker, this number is far 
too high, and it breaks my heart that my dear friend fell victim to it.
  Before and after her diagnosis, Faith was a loving wife, mother, and 
daughter. She was often described as adventurous, welcoming, and she 
always put her family's well-being above her own. This family has 
experienced an immeasurable loss, and the entire Gatesville community 
and I are praying for them.
  While we cannot bring Faith back, we can continue to raise awareness 
for glioblastoma and the pain it causes families like the Barcrofts. 
Unfortunately, there is no known way to prevent this type of cancer, 
but we must not give up. We must bring attention to this unforgiving 
diagnosis and pray that one day, research will uncover a cure.
  Please keep this loving family in your prayers.
  May God bless the Barcrofts.
  In God we trust.

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