[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 92 (Friday, June 25, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1410]
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           CONGRATULATING MARTHA McKINLEY, MOTHER OF THE YEAR

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                         HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 25, 1999

  Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Martha 
McKinley for being honored as Mother of the Year by the Fresno County 
Women in Chambers of Commerce. Martha is an outstanding and deserving 
mother in Fresno County.
  Martha McKinley was nominated by her daughter, Monna Romagnoli, three 
grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. Martha married Pete 
McKinley on February 6, 1937 and they shared their lives together for 
40 years. In 1978 Pete passed away.
  Martha has worked most of her adult life in several different fields 
to support her parents and family. She was a nursery school teacher; 
office manager at Maier Island Naval Shipyard; department head of CA 
Industrial Division of Welfare. Martha was also active in community and 
civic organizations and volunteered on several political campaigns. She 
was a member of the Women's Zonta Club and the Coachella Valley Women's 
Club. In 1950, Martha McKinley was the first President of Fresno County 
Women in Chambers of Commerce. She remains an active member today as 
she enjoys her retirement.
  Martha is an exemplary mother who possesses the qualities of 
compassion, warmth, generosity, humor, and humility. Martha has also 
instilled these values in her entire family. Furthermore, her great 
spirit, integrity, loyalty, wit, and generosity are the reasons for her 
long-lasting friendships.
  Martha is quick to share herself with others in need, often times 
bringing them into her life and home. Martha became a second mother to 
her neighbor Sally, when she lost her mother. Martha made sure to 
include Sally in everything her family did. She guided and comforted 
Sally, treating her like a daughter.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleges to join me in congratulating Martha 
McKinley for being awarded Mother of the Year. Her desire to put family 
first, her love of God, life, and her neighbor make her truly deserving 
of this recognition.

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