[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 34 (Thursday, March 21, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E416]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                PAYING TRIBUTE TO SISTER MARILYN BEAVAIS

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 20, 2002

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
recognize and pay tribute to a wonderful woman and true caretaker of 
the community. Sister Marilyn Beavais of Pueblo, Colorado has dedicated 
her life to assisting others in times of hardship and great need. This 
year as she celebrates her fiftieth year as a nun and forty-seventh as 
a nurse, I would like to highlight her accomplishments and kind heart 
before this body of Congress.
  Last year, after a lifetime of volunteering for her community and its 
residents, Sister Marilyn retired from public service. She had been 
active with providing support and assistance to those in need through a 
wonderful organization known as Pueblo Services for Empowerment and 
Transformation for Well-Being. This organization, through efforts of 
volunteers like Sister Marilyn, has taught the less fortunate important 
skills and attitudes to improve their current standards of living. As a 
result of their kindness, many people today can credit the organization 
with providing the tools to improve their lives.
  Since retirement, Sister Marilyn still maintains an active schedule 
and now spends her time volunteering for St-Mary-Corwin's Good-Medicine 
program. This program assists the community with general healthcare 
screenings and checkups to ensure a healthy population throughout the 
area. Her nursing and gentle disposition are a vital contribution to 
helping those in need, and I cannot begin to tell you how proud I am of 
her efforts.
  Mr. Speaker, Sister Marilyn Beavais embodies the spirit of kindness 
and sacrifice that we all should strive for in our daily lives. She has 
helped many individuals in need over the years and I am proud to 
represent her in my district. Sister Marilyn has been a model citizen 
to the community and I extend my thanks to her and her efforts, and am 
proud to bring her accomplishments to the attention of this body of 
Congress. Keep up the good work Sister Marilyn, and good luck in your 
future endeavors.

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