[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 43 (Tuesday, March 18, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E489]
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         A PROCLAMATION IN MEMORY OF SANDRA ``SANDY'' BLESSLEY

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                           HON. ROBERT W. NEY

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 18, 2003

  Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, Whereas, I hereby offer my heartfelt 
condolences to the family and friends of Sandra ``Sandy'' Blessley; and
  Whereas, Sandra Blessley was a gifted speaker and a Capital Guide for 
29 years. Her dedication and love for her work was truly exemplary; 
after her first stroke she recovered by reciting her tour speech, so 
that she could return to work; and
  Whereas, Mrs. Blessley will certainly be remembered by all those who 
knew her because of her personal sacrifices of time and energy to 
family, friends and community; and
  Whereas, the understanding and caring to which she gave to others 
will stand as a monument to a truly fine person. Her life and love gave 
joy to all who knew her;
  Therefore, while I understand how words can't express our grief at 
this most trying of times, I offer this token of profound sympathy to 
the family and friends of Sandra ``Sandy'' Blessley.

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