[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 97 (Friday, June 27, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1401]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO RAY WAH-NYEP QUAN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 26, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a solemn heart that I stand 
before this body of Congress and this nation today to pay tribute to 
the life and passing of Ray Wah-Nyep Quan, an outstanding citizen from 
my district. Ray was an active member of the Grand Junction community, 
and he will be remembered as a respected businessman and dedicated 
family man. Ray passed away recently at the age of 81, leaving a legacy 
of leadership for his community to follow.
  Ray owned and operated the Far East Restaurant in Grand Junction, 
providing the community with excellent food and quality service. His 
hard work and dedication helped make the Far East one of the most 
popular restaurants in town, attracting customers to its unique 
atmosphere, authentic decor, and quality food. The restaurant became so 
popular that Ray was able to expand the building twice, turning the Far 
East into a luxurious three-level eatery.
  Ray loved his life in the United States and became an example of the 
American dream. Ray was a self made man whose diligence and 
determination aided his success. He called the United States ``gold 
mountain'' in appreciation of the opportunities he found here, and 
helped several Chinese immigrants move to this country to experience 
those same opportunities from which he has benefited. With Ray's 
assistance, many of these new Americans have seen their lives improve 
and their children go on to college.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to the life of Ray Wah-Nyep 
Quan today. Ray loved the United States, embracing it as his own. His 
drive and dedication helped him become a model citizen, one who cares 
about the country that has helped provide him with so much. I am 
saddened by his passing, and my thoughts and prayers go out to his 
family and friends.