July 30, 2020 - Issue: Vol. 166, No. 135 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 2nd Session

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                  HONORING THE LIFE OF ERIC MEYERHOFF

  (Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember and 
honor the life of beloved Savannah architect Eric Meyerhoff, who passed 
away at the age of 91.
  Eric was a gift to the Savannah community, who blessed it with his 
gift of imagination. Eric helped create the Savannah Riverfront and 
more than 74 projects in the historic district, including the World War 
II monument titled, ``A World Apart,'' which is located on River 
Street.
  Eric played a large part in making the beautiful city what it is 
today, and he spent over 50 years bringing his vision for Savannah to 
life. Although Eric was extremely committed to Savannah's architecture, 
he was even more committed to his people.
  Eric and his family escaped Nazi Germany in the 1930s, so he had many 
impactful stories that touched countless lives.
  Eric was also a veteran. Eric served as a translator in the United 
States Army.
  Eric was a graduate of the University of Florida and was a huge 
Florida Gators fan.
  Although most in the Savannah community knew Eric as a renowned 
architect, he was also a devoted teacher, provider, husband, and 
father.
  I am thankful for the life Eric lived, and he will leave a lasting 
impact on Savannah with his architectural creations. My thoughts and 
prayers are with his family and friends during this most difficult 
time.

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