[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 113 (Tuesday, September 2, 1997)]
[Senate]
[Page S8656]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  IN RECOGNITION OF CHERYL HUFF'S 25 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE STATE OF 
                                MISSOURI

  Mr. ASHCROFT. Mr. President, it is an honor to serve the people of 
Missouri and this great country. One of the privileges I have as a 
Missouri Senator is to recognize those who have gone above and beyond 
the call of duty in service to the State of Missouri. For 25 years, 
Cheryl Huff, of Mexico, MO, has served faithfully the people of 
Missouri through the Division of Youth Services.
  Within the Missouri Department of Social Services, the Division of 
Youth Services is the State agency responsible for the care and 
treatment of youth, committed to its custody by one of Missouri's 45 
juvenile courts. This State agency operates treatment programs ranging 
from nonresidential day treatment centers to secure residential 
institutions.
  The 1889 establishment of the Training School for Boys in Boonville 
and the Training School for Girls in Chillicothe marked the foundation 
of the division of youth services. It was at the Training School for 
Boys in Boonville, a quarter of a century ago, that Cheryl began her 
service. She is widely respected by peers for her sound judgement and 
personal integrity. During her tenure, Cheryl has distinguished herself 
among her colleagues as an efficient and effective caretaker of 
Missouri's most precious resource--its children.
  The recognition of Cheryl for her commitment to Missouri's children 
simply mirrors her dedication to her own family. While the 
accomplishments of a successful career are important to her, those who 
know Cheryl would be the first to point out that her career is 
secondary to her love of family. The lasting legacy of Cheryl's life is 
apparent in the time, energy, and resources she has invested in her 
children. She exemplifies the highest commitment to relentless 
dedication and sacrifice.
  Cheryl, the grateful State of Missouri offers you these simple words 
of appreciation: Thank you.

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