IV 
118TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 884 
Honoring the victims of the devastating attack that took place at the 
Waukesha, Wisconsin, Christmas parade on November 21, 2021. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
NOVEMBER 21, 2023 
Mr. FITZGERALD (for himself, Mr. GROTHMAN, Mr. GALLAGHER, Mr. STEIL, 
Mr. TIFFANY, Mr. VAN ORDEN, Ms. MOORE of Wisconsin, and Mr. 
POCAN) submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Oversight and Accountability 
RESOLUTION 
Honoring the victims of the devastating attack that took 
place at the Waukesha, Wisconsin, Christmas parade 
on November 21, 2021. 
Whereas, on November 21, 2021, in Waukesha, Wisconsin, 
an individual committed intentional homicide on parade 
participants and attendees, killing 6 people and leaving 
62 others with injuries; 
Whereas the attack occurred during the 58th annual 
Waukesha Christmas parade, a tradition that featured 
over 60 local civic groups, businesses, schools, public 
services, and entertainers; 
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•HRES 884 IH 
Whereas Virginia Sorenson was a cherished long-time mem-
ber of Milwaukee’s Dancing Grannies and longtime cho-
reographer for the group; 
Whereas Tamara Durand was a new member of Milwaukee’s 
Dancing Grannies who volunteered for local hospitals and 
the Red Cross while caring for her grandson; 
Whereas LeAnna Owen was a committed member of Milwau-
kee’s Dancing Grannies who managed an apartment 
building and rescued bulldogs; 
Whereas Jane Kulich was a loving wife, mother, grand-
mother, and friend, and was dedicated to her co-workers 
at Citizens Bank, with whom she was marching in the 
parade; 
Whereas Wilhelm Hospel volunteered for Milwaukee’s Danc-
ing Grannies to support his wife, Lola, and was an avid 
outdoorsman; 
Whereas Jackson Sparks was a loving child who enjoyed 
playing baseball for the Waukesha Blazers; 
Whereas, in response to the tragedy, the community con-
tinues to stand ‘‘Waukesha Strong’’ in efforts to honor 
the victims and heal together; 
Whereas, two weeks after the attack, homes and businesses 
were decorated in blue lights to honor the victims; 
Whereas, on September 24, 2022, a mural that serves as a 
beacon for the community was dedicated to the lives lost 
in the attack; 
Whereas, on November 21, 2023, a parade memorial on Main 
Street honoring the victims was unveiled; and 
Whereas, 2 years later, the Waukesha community continues 
to overcome this tragedy: Now, therefore, be it 
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•HRES 884 IH 
Resolved, That House of Representatives— 
(1) honors the memories of Wilhelm Hospel, 
Virginia Sorenson, LeAnna Owen, Tamara Durand, 
Jane Kulich, and Jackson Sparks who died in the 
attack; 
(2) offers its heartfelt condolences to the fami-
lies, friends, and loved ones of those who died in the 
attack; 
(3) applauds the life-saving efforts of first re-
sponders and health professionals in their efforts to 
provide care for the victims; and 
(4) recognizes the Waukesha community for 
showing 
unparalleled 
resilience, 
courage, 
and 
strength. 
Æ 
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