[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 88 (Monday, June 16, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1267]
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                        TRIBUTE TO FRANK MODICA

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 16, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a solemn heart that I stand 
before this body of Congress and this nation to pay tribute to Frank 
Modica, an outstanding citizen from my district. Frank was an active 
member of the Trinidad community and he will be remembered as a 
respected businessman, an honored veteran, and a dedicated family man. 
Frank passed away recently at the age of 79, leaving a legacy of 
leadership in the Trinidad community.
  Frank was a lifelong resident of Trinidad, graduating from Trinidad 
High School in 1938. Two years later, he married his wife Jane, a union 
that would last for the next 62 years. Several years later, Frank 
answered his country's call to duty, serving in the Army during World 
War II. Upon his return to the states, Frank worked with a number of 
companies, eventually owning Modica Trucking, The East Side Inn, and 
Modica Brothers Red-E-Mix.
  Frank was also active in the Catholic Church, the Veterans of Foreign 
Wars, and the Trinidad Planning Commission. When he was not busy within 
the community, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling and gardening.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to Frank Modica before this 
body of Congress and this nation. His hard work, enthusiastic attitude, 
and leadership will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to 
Frank's family and friends.

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