Rep. Derrick Van Orden Mourns the Loss of His Eldest Daughter to Cancer
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Wisconsin Rep. Derrick Van Orden announced the passing of his eldest daughter, Sydney Marie Martenis, after a year-long battle with cancer. Van Orden expressed profound grief and joy, stating that Sydney died peacefully surrounded by her family. Messages of support poured in from fellow lawmakers, offering condolences to the grieving family. Sydney is survived by her husband, children, parents, siblings, and extended family.
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