[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 41 (Thursday, April 2, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E559]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           TRIBUTE TO DR. AND MRS. CHARLES AND REBECCA GUNNOE

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                            HON. KEN CALVERT

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, April 1, 1998

  Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, throughout this country of ours there are a 
few individuals who, because they contribute so generously of their 
time and talents to help others, are recognized as pillars of their 
community. Charles and Rebecca Gunnoe are two individuals who have 
combined their forces over the past 25 years, both in medical practice 
and in the community. I would like to take this opportunity to honor 
and praise them for their commitment to family, community, and the 
well-being of the Nation as a whole.
  Early in his career, Dr. Gunnoe began the practice of advocating 
quality care for patients and firmly believes that it is possible for 
one physician to make a difference. He moved to Corona in 1954 and 
quickly became involved in many community activities. He began by 
serving as co-chairman on a committee of Corona citizens to recommend 
specialized needs and priorities for the future of Corona. He was also 
the Charter President of the Corona Junior Chamber of Commerce and 
helped develop and dedicate the first Boys Club of Corona. In addition 
to establishing a family life in Corona, Dr. Gunnoe founded the Circle 
City Hospital which is now part of the Corona Regional Medical Center. 
He also built the Corona Clinic where he continues to practice today.
  Along with working on a daily basis with her husband, Mrs. Gunnoe too 
has demonstrated a commitment to the community in the development and 
funding of the Corona chapter of the Trauma Intervention Program, or 
TIP. This volunteer based organization assists families of victims in 
tragic situation.
  Together they have provided funds and assistance in the development 
of a Christian school library, supported community resources such as 
the YMCA, Lion's Club, and other service organizations such as the 
Cancer Society, Foundation of Circle City Hospital and Corona Regional 
Medical Center, United Way, and Police and Sheriff Relief Funds.
  I am fortunate to have Chuck and Becky Gunnoe as members of my 
district and personal friends. Their commitment to family and community 
is one that should serve as a model for others to follow. I thank them 
for their innumerable contributions and wish them the best of luck in 
all of their future endeavors.

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