Washington, DC – (Wednesday, March 30, 2011)– Today, Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson released the following statement after news that her long time legislative aide, Christopher Crowe, passed away this afternoon.

 "Christopher was a dedicated legislative assistant who was committed to strengthening the 30^th Congressional District of Texas. He was respected by his colleagues for his professionalism; he was beloved by many for his generous spirit and good humor,” said Congresswoman Johnson. “He was a person who enjoyed life and always had a smile to share. He never met a stranger.”

 Congresswoman Johnson added, “I extend my deepest sympathy to the Crowe family and his loved ones. He will be deeply missed.”

 Christopher was presently serving as President of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Congressional Staff Association (LGBT CSA).   

 Funeral arrangements are forthcoming and will be announced at later time. Condolences may be signed in a memorial book starting tomorrow, March 31^st in 2468 Rayburn House Office Building. 

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U.S. Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson is Ranking Member of the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology. She is also the highest-ranking Texan on the House Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure. She represents the 30th Congressional District of Texas that includes Downtown Dallas, Fair Park, Oak Lawn, Turtle Creek,Old East Dallas, Pleasant Grove, & South Oak Cliff; all of Balch Springs, DeSoto, Hutchins, Lancaster & Wilmer and parts of Cedar Hill, Duncanville, Ferris, Glenn Heights and Ovilla.