[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 178 (Thursday, December 20, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2369]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       REMEMBERING MARSHA HANLEY

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                          HON. BRIAN D. KERNS

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 19, 2001

  Mr. KERNS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize a great Hoosier, a 
great American--Marsha Hanley. Marsha wore many hats during her 
lifetime--wife, mother, grandmother, volunteer, community leader, and 
an advocate for homeless children.
  On this day, Marsha Hanley was laid to rest by her husband, Harold, 
children, family, and friends after leaving our world this past Sunday. 
The manner in which she led her life--her kindness, her love of 
country, her devotion to her family--serves as an example for others to 
follow.
  A life-long Republican, Marsha cared deeply about her community and 
country. She followed the issues closely with great interest and was 
not afraid to express her opinion.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to have been home in Indiana to pay my 
respects, but as you know--and as I am sure she would understand--we 
have important legislation before us in Congress on this day. While my 
heart is with Marsha and her loved ones in Indiana, my duties keep me 
in our nation's Capitol.
  We are all richer for having known Marsha, and the lives of so many 
others have been enriched because of her good work. While we will miss 
her, we take comfort in the knowledge that she is now in a better place 
and with our Father in heaven.
  God bless you Marsha Hanley.

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