[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 84 (Tuesday, June 15, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1262]
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              RICHARD URRUTIA ACHIEVES THE AMERICAN DREAM

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 15, 1999

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take a moment to recognize 
and pay tribute to Mr. Richard Urrutia of Pueblo, Colorado, who after 
39 years of work for Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company, has announced his 
retirement. Because of his tremendous work ethic, his drive, and 
dedication, Mr. Urrutia has proven that one can achieve the American 
Dream.
  After graduating from Central High School in 1958, Mr. Urrutia was 
offered a job as a janitor at the R.C. Cola plant. Upon accepting the 
position, Richard began his uphill climb. Through hard work and 
determination he eventually became the General Manager of Pepsi-Cola 
Bottling Company.
  Mr. Urrutia grew fond of many Pueblo organizations through his 
interaction with various groups as a delivery-truck driver. Dear to his 
heart are the YMCA and its camp near San Isabel where for many years he 
delivered beverages. Even though he is retiring, Richard Urrutia has no 
intention of slowing down and plans to stay involved in the Pueblo 
community. I know he hopes that the next generation of youth in Pueblo 
will have the opportunities to achieve the success he had, and he will 
undoubtedly contribute his time to ensuring a bright future for the 
younger citizens of Pueblo.
  Today, as Mr. Richard Urrutia opens the page on a new chapter in his 
life, I would like to offer my gratitude for the example he has set and 
for the inspiration which he provides. It is clear that Pueblo has 
benefited greatly from his honest work ethic and desire to help others 
succeed. I would like to congratulate Mr. Urrutia on a job well done, 
and wish him the best of luck in all of his future endeavors.

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