[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 178 (Thursday, December 20, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2339]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   TRIBUTE TO MR. PETE AND LENA NEIN

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                           HON. BOB SCHAFFER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 19, 2001

  Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express gratitude to Mr. 
and Mrs. Pete and Lena Nein of Crook, Colorado, on their 70th Wedding 
Anniversary. In honor of this extraordinary occasion, I would like to 
convey to them my genuine congratulations.
  Pete and Lena were married on January 3, 1932 in Sedgwick, Colorado, 
where they began their lives together. Mr. and Mrs. Nein moved to 
Crook, in 1934 where they rented 160 acres of land and began farming 
with horse-drawn equipment. Their first house, in which they lived for 
42 years, had electricity installed in 1936. Indoor plumbing was not 
installed until 1940. Pete and Lena have witnessed and experienced 
extraordinary events including the Dust Bowl, Great Depression, World 
War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, fall of the Soviet Union and now, the 
war against terrorism. Throughout this time period they have devoted 
their lives to agricultural production and determined community 
service. Pete was the president of the Crook Volunteer Fire Department 
for 27 years and Lena was the organist and pianist in a Crook church 
for over 45 years. The Neins serve as a shining example, not only for 
their community, but for all Americans.
  As a husband and father of five, I have come to adore the example of 
a strong marriage and loving children. Pete and Lena started their 
lives together humbly, working hard to build a happy and successful 
life together. My admiration for them, and the fortitude and commitment 
they have demonstrated is deep. Through the good times and the bad, 
Pete and Lena's love has forged a seemingly unbreakable bond.
  Pete and Lena Nein are amazing role models. As a Member of Congress, 
it is my honor to congratulate both Pete and Lena on their anniversary. 
Pete and Lena let nothing stand between their unceasing love for one 
another on their glorious day. I ask the House to join me in extending 
wholehearted congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Pete Nein.

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