[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 31 (Monday, March 18, 2002)]
[Senate]
[Page S2005]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     TRIBUTE TO AGNES SCULLY FISTER

 Mr. McCONNELL. Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute to 
Agnes Scully Fister, who died January 9, 2002, at the age of 85.
  Agnes made it easy for people to remember her, leaving behind a 
legacy as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was a 
unique individual who cherished life, enjoyed going to church, and 
loved meeting and talking to people. She married Louis A. Fister and 
was blessed with a wonderful family that included four sons and two 
daughters. Agnes will be remembered for many different reasons, not the 
least of which is her dedication to her family and friends.
  A native of Kentucky, Agnes was born in Lexington to Ed and Sarah 
Scully. She graduated high school from St. Catherine's Academy and 
later went on to work as a children's clothing buyer for retail stores 
such as Purcell's, Embry's, Wolfe Wiles, McAlpins, and Tots 'n Teens.
  Agnes was a devoted Catholic and a long-time member of St. Paul 
Catholic Church. St. Paul played a significant role in Agnes' life and 
is where she was baptized, received first Holy Communion, was 
confirmed, and married. Upon her passing away, St. Paul is also where 
her family and friends gathered to say their goodbyes and to celebrate 
her life.
  I am certain the legacy left behind by Agnes Fister will live on. I 
offer my deepest condolences to her family, especially her children, 20 
grandchildren, and 26 great grandchildren. I ask my colleagues to join 
me in honoring the memory of Agnes Scully Fister. She was an 
outstanding Kentuckian and will be missed.

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