Tributes locally and nationwide were poured on Tuesday after the morning announcement of Las Vegas Filantrop’s death.
Here’s what they say:
Clark County Commissioner Jim Gibson opened Tuesday’s board meeting with a tribute.
“We will take a moment to reflect on the departure of Elaine Wynn and the incredible and indelible brand she left in our society,” Gibson said. “She was a force, safe. She was thought -provoking and believing me, she was very convincing. She was a pioneer in a field dominated by men. She not only held her own. She led the way.
“She was a class act from another generation with a driving passion, another generation to so many young people, but not so much, another generation for people like me and commissioner (tick) Segerblom and some others out there today.
“(For her) it was about giving back to a community, leaving the place better than she found it. Her charity allowance will last forever, and she will be missing in that respect as well. We will miss her voice to advocate, and she was not shy to search for those who were in a place that could be made by a person. Series that could make a difference. Sometimes she even had views on things (through) suggestions, and she was not a person who only led a place who could make a difference. Sometimes she even had comments on things (through) suggestions, and she was not a person who only led a person who was a place that could make a person. Solutions, which were an incredibly refreshing thing.
“On behalf of us all, we want to thank her. And we are grateful for both the contributions she made in the memory we have, to get to know her, follow her example and see the results – real results – in a society.”
Gov Joe Lombardo delivered a tribute message on X.
“Donna and I were sorry to hear about Elaine Wyn’s passing this morning. Not only was Elaine a visionary Las Vegas business woman, but she was an unmatched philanthropist with a deep love to improve education and improve her society. Our thoughts and cordial condolors are with her family and loved ones.”
UNLV officer responsible for Chris Heavey issued a statement on e -post on behalf of the university, where in 1989 she funded Lee Pascal Rose Garden to honor her mother, Lee Pascal. The garden is populated with “Show Biz”, roses and symbolizes the Wynn family’s performance in the gaming and entertainment world. She also served in the UNLV Foundation Board from 1983 to 2008 and was chairman of the board from 1985 to 1991. She was granted trustee Emerita status in 2008 and in her years by service to the Board, Wynn helped to collect millions of dollars for UNLV.
“The UNLV family was deeply saddened to learn that the business entrepreneur and philanthropist Elaine Wynn has gone,” Heavey said. “Her advocate for OLV and education at all levels in Las Vegas could be seen in her commitment and generosity as a founding member of the UNLV Board and active involvement with the university for 25 years, including her service as chairman of the board. We expand our deepest condolences and sympathy to Elaine’s family at this time.”
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