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Ms. PRESSLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of my family—my husband, Conan, and our daughter, Cora—and the city of Boston and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to honor the life of Pastor Byron Christopher Sumner.
which brought him to Canada, where he earned scholarships and eventually played semi-pro. His commitment, talent, agility, and strength went beyond the court.
community as executive director of the I Have a Dream program, Blue Hill Boys & Girls Club, Boston TenPoint Coalition, and St. Stephen's Youth Programs.
director of the Melnea A. Cass Recreation Center, what he often called his dream job.
Chris' true passion was his family and his faith. I have said so often, I would rather see a sermon than hear one any day. Chris was a sermon, the best kind.
of Jubilee Christian Church, supporting our community with spiritual covering, stewardship, and, most of all, joy.
children, young adults, families, and elders, or, as Chris would say, our city's treasured assets.
May he rest peacefully in eternal rest.