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Gov. Gregoire�s statement on passing of former state Rep. Sim Wilson

For Immediate Release: February 10, 2009

OLYMPIA � Gov. Chris Gregoire issued the following statement today on the passing of former Rep. Sim Wilson, R-Marysville:

�It is very sad to lose such a leader and role model in our legislative community. His 20 years of public service are commendable, and his positive and constructive approach will be missed by all who knew him.

�Sim was the publisher of the Marysville Globe and the Arlington Times for more than 30 years. He served as chairman of the House Transportation Committee and the joint Legislative Transportation Committee, and as House minority leader. He was a mentor to many in the Legislature.

�Flags on the Capitol campus will be lowered in remembrance of Sim. My family and I will keep his loved ones in our prayers.�