U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar filed a entry in the Congressional Record on April 16 to honor El Paso artist Hal Marcus. Marcus died on April 12 at the age of 74, the family said in an obituary.
The Congressional Record submission formally recognizes Marcus and his contributions. The entry names him and notes his ties to the El Paso arts community.
Marcus’ death was announced in an obituary sent by his family. The obituary lists his age as 74 and the date of death as Sunday, April 12.
Marcus was a longtime artist in El Paso. He worked in the local arts scene and earned respect from neighbors and peers for his creative work.
His family handled the obituary and public notice of his passing. The Congressional Record entry by Rep. Escobar will be part of the official federal record.
The congressional recognition gives Marcus a lasting mention in government archives. Friends and community members can look to that record as one way his life and work are remembered.
