May 23, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 87 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E662]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





  HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF JEFFREY McDONALD OF CARMEL, INDIANA

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                          HON. SUSAN W. BROOKS

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 23, 2019

  Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life 
and legacy of Jeffrey McDonald, an enterprising entrepreneur, youth 
mentor, and community leader. Born in Woodland, California on April 5, 
1967, to Alan and Mary McDonald, Jeffrey would come to Indiana and 
graduate from Indiana University, earning a Bachelor of Science in 
Business and Marketing. Jeffrey was known throughout his community for 
his selfless leadership in business and his desire to help those in 
need of guidance to reach their full potential.
  As longtime lauded business leaders in their community, Jeffrey and 
his wife Shelli McDonald started their e-commerce pet food and treat 
supply business, Raw Paws Pet Food, in 2014. Their mission in business 
was not only to provide a profitable living for themselves and their 
employees, but to create products that better served the health of pets 
through proper nutrition and diet. Sourcing their products from 
responsible and ethical farms they have become leaders in their 
industry.
  Beyond his many successes in the business world, Jeffrey's impact was 
also felt throughout his community through his participation and 
exemplary leadership in philanthropic organizations. Jeffrey served on 
the boards of many community groups including The United Way, The 
Indianapolis Zoo, and The Young Presidents' Organization (YPO). 
Jeffrey's community engagement allowed him to pursue his passions of 
animal welfare and the empowerment of women. His remarkable talent for 
connecting with people ensured that his vital work with these 
organizations made a lasting impact on Central Indiana, not to be 
forgotten.
  His achievements show us the immense influence one person can have 
within their community and inspire us to aim higher. Jeffrey had the 
unique ability to see the best in every one of life's situations. His 
caring and genuine nature put those around him at ease, and his zest 
for life was infectious to those in his presence.
  On behalf of Indiana's Fifth Congressional District, I extend my 
deepest condolences to Jeffrey's wife Shelli, and numerous friends and 
relatives who mourn his loss.

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