June 21, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 105 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

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                          HONORING ALVIN JONES

  (Ms. TORRES SMALL of New Mexico asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. TORRES SMALL of New Mexico. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor 
the life and memory of Alvin Francis Jones, a lifelong New Mexican 
judge, lawyer, and community leader.
  Born in New Mexico in 1944, Alvin earned a bachelor's degree from New 
Mexico Tech and a juris doctor from the University of New Mexico.
  He began his career in private practice and was later appointed to 
New Mexico's Fifth Judicial District in Roswell, where he served for 19 
years, many as chief judge.
  During his time on the bench, he founded the local chapters of CASA 
to help vulnerable children navigate the State legal system, and 
Character Counts, teaching children the value of good character.
  After retiring from the bench in 2004, Alvin joined a private 
practice, where he specialized in water law.
  For me, he was a personal example of character. He had a dogged work 
ethic, and he also dedicated time and resources to mentor New Mexicans.
  A pillar of the community who was loved by his family and friends 
alike, Alvin leaves behind a legacy of selfless service to New Mexico.
  We are grateful and will miss him dearly.

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