[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 177 (Wednesday, December 19, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2336]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNITION OF MRS. CORA HIDALGO HOLLAND'S DEATH

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                          HON. HILDA L. SOLIS

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 18, 2001

  Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Mrs. Cora Hidalgo 
Holland, my dear friend Michael Aldaco's aunt, who was a victim of the 
terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
  Mrs. Hidalgo Holland led an exemplary life that touched many people's 
lives. She exercised a subtle kind of leadership and made numerous 
contributions to her community. Throughout her life of service she 
became a role model to many. She was very active in her community, 
helping young, severely ``at-risk'' mothers, Spanish-speaking 
teenagers, who were largely on their own. Mrs. Hidalgo Holland taught 
them the basics of parenting and basics of child-rearing and about 
nutrition, hygiene and intellectual development. She also volunteered 
at a center that collected and provided free groceries to needy 
families.
  Mrs. Hidalgo Holland played an integral role in her family. She 
showed her unbounded love to those dearest to her because family was of 
utmost importance to her. Thus, she contributed greatly to their 
development and happiness. She will be missed by those who loved her 
dearly for the many blessings she brought. Although her death brought 
much pain, it served to bring her family closer and to realize the 
fragility of life and the importance of voicing our love for those we 
love.
  I am saddened by the loss of such a fine member of our community. I 
extend my sincerest condolence to Mrs. Hidalgo Holland's family, as we 
all mourn the loss of a role model and a exceptional person.

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