[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 15 (Friday, February 15, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E180]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                      RECOGNITION OF MR. BOB BAKER

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                          HON. DARRELL E. ISSA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 14, 2002

  Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Bob Baker of San 
Diego, California. I would like to join with the Muscular Dystrophy 
Association in honoring him as the recipient of the inaugural Joseph L. 
Hertel Memorial Award. Joseph Hertel, Mr. Baker's son-in-law, inspired 
this award. It is a tribute to his exceptional life and his courageous 
battle against Lou Gehrig's Disease.
  The Bob Baker Auto Group, one of the largest automobile dealerships 
in San Diego County has earned a stellar reputation for its fair 
treatment of both customers and employees. Mr. Baker has been 
recognized by the industry on numerous occasions with professional 
commendations for his success and his contributions to the industry. 
Mr. Baker is also recognized for his community involvement, some of his 
civic duties include being a Trustee of the University of San Diego, 
Director Emeritus at Scripps Mercy Hospital Foundation, Advisory Board 
Member for Scripps Hospital Trauma Board, and Advisory Committee Member 
for Saint Vincent de Paul.
  I would like to wish Mr. Baker continued success as he joins his 
family and the Muscular Dystrophy Association to fight against Lou 
Gehrig's Disease.

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