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The late Representative LaWanna Shurtliff was remembered by her colleagues in the state House and Senate on Tuesday for her many contributions to the state, including those as a lawmaker and an educator.
“She served two stints in this chamber from 1999 to 2008, and was elected again a decade later. Her service to the people of Utah went well beyond the legislature. Lou taught thousands of students English, accounting and business at Ogden High School for nearly three decades,” said House Speaker Brad Wilson.
Wilson and Senate President Stuart Adams both called for a moment of silence in honor of Shurtliff in their respective chambers during Tuesday’s opening day ceremonies and acknowledged her in their remarks.
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Jeffrey D. Allred, Deseret News
SALT LAKE CITY As one of their first acts of the 2021 session, Utah lawmakers approved a resolution honoring the late Rep. LaWanna “Lou” Shurtliff, who died in December after a three-week battle with pneumonia.
“Her loss is a great loss for all of us. A loss of somebody who was a revered educator,” Senate Majority Whip Ann Millner, R-Ogden, said on the Senate floor. Shurtliff’s popularity in District 10 was fueled by love and support from students and parents.
Weber County’s lone Democrat, Shurtliff, who was just reelected to represent House District 10, had been hospitalized for three weeks after becoming sick on Dec. 6. Her family told the media she’d tested negative for COVID-19 “and several other viruses.”
President Adams’ Opening Day Remarks Thank you former Senator, now Director Hemmert, for being here today. You have been such a great friend. We will miss you,