[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 2 (Thursday, January 5, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E51]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                         TRIBUTE TO ROSE WHITE

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                        HON. WILLIAM O. LIPINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, January 4, 1995
  Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Mrs. Rose 
White, a prominent member of the Third Congressional District of 
Illinois, who celebrated her 80th birthday on December 9, 1994. I would 
like to share with my colleagues the notable accomplishments that have 
highlighted Mrs. White's life.
  Rose White was born of immigrant parents in Chicago, IL on December 
9, 1914. Growing up as one of nine brothers and sisters during the 
Great Depression, Rose learned the value of hard work and family unity. 
She demonstrated her commitment to work and family during the Second 
World War when she juggled both a factory job and three young children 
while her husband fought the war overseas. After the war, in 1947, Rose 
and her husband became homeowners and settled with their four children 
in the Garfield Ridge community on the southwest side.
  In addition to being a model homemaker and mother, Rose has always 
been an active member of the Garfield Ridge community. Her membership 
in the Democratic Club of Garfield Ridge led to her career as a Judge 
for the Board of Elections at the 23d Ward, a position she has held for 
35 years. Rose is also a member of other various community 
organizations. For example, Rose is a member of the Garfield Ridge 
Civic League and has held the offices of Treasurer and Membership 
Chairperson. She has served as treasurer of the Garfield Ridge Council 
of Organizations during her 10-year membership. She is a welcome member 
of the American Legion Auxiliary and local VFW. In the past she has 
served as an advisor to the Junior Auxiliary of the American Legion and 
was an active member of the Byrne and Kinzie Elementary School Parent 
Teacher Organization. Plus, in her spare time, Rose relaxes with the 
Garfield Ridge Garden Club and volunteers at the Regional Veterans 
Administration Hospital.
  Rose has filled her 80 years of life with family, friends, hard work, 
dedication, and service to her country and community. She is a model 
citizen and deserves to be commended for her outstanding 
accomplishments. I am sure that my colleagues would like to join me in 
congratulating Mrs. Rose White on her 80th birthday and encourage her 
to continue in all her endeavors. With best wishes I hope that Rose's 
life continues to be an adventure and offers her many more pleasant 
memories.


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