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Congressman Richard E. Neal released the following statement on the passing of Congressman John Olver.

“John Olver dedicated his life to public service, working as an educator at the University of Massachusetts before beginning his political career, including twelve years in the Massachusetts Legislature prior to his election to Congress. Over the course of his twenty-two years in the U.S. House of Representatives, John was an effective leader and steadfast advocate for the people of western and central Massachusetts. His approach to policymaking was a good lesson for those in public life. He lacked any malice and had the purest of intentions, focusing solely on delivering for the people he felt privileged to represent.

“John was a devoted husband to his wife, Rose, of fifty-five years, and a loving father to their daughter, Martha. On this solemn occasion, my thoughts and prayers are with the entire Olver family.”