[WardFive] FW: United Medical Center Releases Statement on the passing of Councilmember Marion Barry

A sad day for our city.  A life dedicated to justice and  public service;  a champion for the needy until his death.  Our "Mayor for Life" Marion S. Barry expired earlier today. 

 

Please read note below shared by the Chair of the Ward 8 Democrats, Natalie Williams.

 

Rest In Peace Honorable Marion S. Barry.

 

Franklin Garcia

US Representative-Elect (Shadow)

President, DC Latino Caucus

 

From: Natalie Williams, Hospital Spokesperson [mailto:nataliewilliams9427@gmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, November 23, 2014 5:56 AM
To: fgarcia@maestropc.com
Subject: United Medical Center Releases Statement on the passing of Councilmember Marion Barry

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact:  Natalie Williams, Hospital Spokesperson Phone:  (202) 904-9466 Email:  nwilliams@united-medicalcenter.com      UNITED MEDICAL CENTER ISSUES STATEMENT FOLLOWING THE PASSING OF FORMER MAYOR OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, MARION S. BARRY.   (Washington DC)   The following statement is issued following the death of Councilmember Marion Barry, Former Mayor of the District of Columbia.    "This morning we are sad to announce the passing of the Honorable Marion S. Barry, Former Mayor and Councilmember of the District of Columbia.  Mr. Barry was brought to United Medical Center by ambulance at 12:15am.  He was pronounced dead at 1:46am.    United Medical Center's Board and Staff extend its condolences to Mr. Barry's family, his wife Cora Barry, his son Christopher Barry, and many other relatives.  We also extend our sympathy to the residents of the District of Columbia.   Mr. Barry has had a long history of social and political engagement in the District and across the nation.  His advocacy on behalf of the poor, the less fortunate and others will certainly be missed.    Over the years, Councilmember Barry has maintained a strong and heartfelt resolve to keep United Medical Center open for the people east of the Anacostia River.  Without his involvement and continued work on our behalf we are certain that this hospital would not be where it is today.    Mr. Barry taught us all so much about fighting for justice; fighting for the people; fighting for the poor - it now becomes our responsibility to keep his legacy alive.    May he rest in peace."