[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 148 (Friday, October 16, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2220]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO ROGER HAGERTY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 16, 1998

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the achievements 
of a gentleman who embodies the virtue of service above self. He is a 
role model and example to his friends and peers throughout his 
community of Grand Junction, Colorado.
  Roger Hagerty, a long-time resident of Grand Junction, received the 
Volunteer of the Year Award for 1997 by the Colorado Division of the 
American Cancer Society. This honor was given in recognition of his 
extraordinary efforts in the fight against cancer. He exemplifies the 
word volunteer. Roger Hagerty frequently visits with patients and 
inspires them with his own personal battle with cancer. He labors as a 
Resource Information and Guidance Counselor at the local American 
Cancer Society office three afternoons per week. Mr. Hagerty also 
serves as Chairman of the Legacy and Planned Giving Program, conducting 
several seminars each year. Furthermore, he has been chosen to lead 
still other endeavors such as the jail and Bail program and the 
organization's annual Golf Tournament Fund Raiser in Grand Junction. 
Finally, Mr. Hagerty serves as an advocate and speaker on television 
and radio promoting the American Cancer Society's programs.
  Roger Hagerty is the embodiment of American patriotism. He is 
responsible for the local Veteran's Day parades and remarkably, Mr. 
Hagerty still fits into his 35 year-old military uniform. He is also 
politically active in and around the community. Besides serving as 
Treasurer for the local Sheriff's campaign, he also regularly 
participates in raising money for various local organizations. Friends 
and family claim that the Hagerty's home telephone never stops ringing 
as they work to help others.
  In addition to his volunteer activities with the American Cancer 
Society and other organizations, Roger Hagerty assists his wife Eva, 
also a cancer survivor, who is the honored coordinator for the Reach To 
Recovery program. This effort specifically targets breast cancer 
patients by advocating for regular health checkups. Mrs. Hagerty also 
works tirelessly on behalf of others, and is often found actively 
participating in community health fairs and screenings.
  I ask my colleagues today to join me in commending Roger Hagerty for 
his integrity and dedication in the service of others. His selfless 
acts have indeed made a difference to many, and serve as an excellent 
example of what is best in our society. His work has been invaluable to 
the Grand Junction community. I wish him and his family continued 
health and success in the future.

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