[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 23 (Wednesday, March 6, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E281]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO YVONNE N. DARLING ON HER RETIREMENT FROM THE 
                    OTTAWA COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS

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                          HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 6, 2002

  Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
recognize a woman who has served the Fifth Congressional District with 
patriotism, devotion, and kindness. Today, Yvonne N. Darling of Elmore, 
Ohio will be retiring from the Ottawa County Board of Elections. For 
the last eight years, she has ensured the accuracy and sanctity of 
Ottawa County elections. Her dedication and optimism will not be 
forgotten.
  Mrs. Darling's service to our country started long before she came to 
Northwest Ohio. She began her marriage as a military wife, making her 
own sacrifice while her husband, Jim, served our country. After his 
retirement, Mrs. Darling and her husband returned to Elmore, Ohio where 
she joined the Ottawa County Republican Central Committee. Taking on a 
leadership role, she served as Women's Club Treasurer. As an Elmore 
Village Councilwoman for 8 years, she again demonstrated how important 
it is to give back to your community. Most recently, she has served on 
the Ottawa County Board of Elections ensuring that our elections are 
safe and accurate.
  Since 1975, Mrs. Darling has been an active member of the American 
Legion Post 269 and her efforts speaks for themselves. As the Chairman 
of the Americanism Committee, Mrs. Darling helps foster a sense of 
patriotism in high school students across Ottawa County. She motivates 
young people to give back to their communities and encourages them to 
reach for their dreams. At every opportunity she has made a positive 
impact on her community and the people around her.
  Mr. Speaker, Mrs. Darling is an example of how American values can 
make a difference in each of our communities. Her passion for service 
and charity towards all will remain an important staple in the Elmore 
community for many years to come. I ask my colleagues of the 107th 
Congress to join me in saluting Mrs. Yvonne N. Darling and wishing her 
the very best in her future endeavors.

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