[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 2 (Wednesday, January 28, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E40]
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                       TRIBUTE TO ISSAC GONZALES

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                            HON. BOB FILNER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 28, 1998

  Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Issac Gonzales, a 
community leader in my Congressional District who passed away on 
January 21, 1998 at the age of 72.
  Issac was born and raised in National City, California. In his 
younger years, he served with distinction in the United States Army and 
received a number of military honors for heroism and bravery including 
two bronze stars, a victory medal, and a purple heart.
  Issac was a true community leader. He was honored for his service to 
his neighborhood as a volunteer in the Community Policing Program and 
worked until his death as a member of the San Diego Senior Citizens 
Patrol. A quiet man, he also worked tirelessly within his church and 
led by example.
  Issac won the respect and appreciation of his friends, family, and 
the entire community for his involvement in all aspects of the 
community life of National City.
  We come across a small number of special people who touch our hearts 
and souls with their activism, optimism, and dedication to making 
everyone's life richer. Issac was one of those chosen few. My thoughts 
and prayers go out to his wife, Silvia, his sons Andrew and Robert, and 
his family and friends. Issac Gonzales will be dearly missed.

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