[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 90 (Wednesday, June 18, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1299]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO TOM PEIRCE

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 18, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a solemn heart that I rise 
before this body of Congress today to recognize the life and passing of 
Tom Peirce of Aspen, Colorado. Tom recently left us after a battle with 
cancer. As his family and friends mourn their loss, I think it is 
fitting to remember a few of Tom's contributions to the Aspen 
community.
  Tom lived in Aspen nearly his entire life. After graduating from 
Aspen High School and Colorado State University, he formed a travel 
company that focused on natural history and cultural trips. Although he 
traveled extensively, Tom loved Aspen and gave back to the community. 
Six years ago, Tom joined the board of the Aspen Center for 
Environmental Studies, and, before his health failed, launched a bid 
for the Aspen City Council.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize the life and selfless dedication 
Tom Peirce demonstrated throughout his life. People like Tom who get 
involved in the community, create jobs, and work to improve our 
government, are the bedrock of this great nation. Tom is survived by 
his father Everett, sister Melanie, and brother Fred, and our thoughts 
are with them during this difficult time. Tom will be missed by his 
family, friends, and the many people in the Roaring Fork Valley who 
knew him.

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