[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 100 (Wednesday, July 9, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1438]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING FAY KASTELIC

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 9, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
pay tribute to a truly remarkable woman. Fay Kastelic is an 
octogenarian from Pueblo, Colorado whose dedication to her family and 
years of selfless public service have set a shining example for those 
in her community. Fay has overcome numerous obstacles in her life and I 
am proud to recognize her many accomplishments before this body of 
Congress and our great nation today.
   Fay was born in Bowie, Texas, where she developed a resolute work 
ethic while growing up in the midst of the Depression. She attended the 
University of Texas until her senior year, when she left to run a 
commissary during World War II. While working at the commissary, Fay 
met her future husband, Frank, and they were married back in Colorado 
when he returned from overseas. Fay raised her three sons in Pueblo and 
ultimately returned to school to finish her degree in education, 
ultimately progressing from classroom teacher to principal to district 
director for elementary education.
   Fay's commitment to public service has continued well beyond her 
years as a teacher and administrator for the school district. She 
retired after 25 years of service to the school district after being 
elected to serve on the Pueblo City Council. Fay acted as president for 
three terms before declining to run in 1997 due to health problems. 
With help from her family and friends, particularly her twin sister, 
Fay made a remarkable recovery from cancer and was later named Citizen 
of the Year by the Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce in 1998. While 
flattered by the honors that have been bestowed upon her, Fay remains 
committed to the Pueblo community. She continues to be an active 
participant on assorted civic committees.
   Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to Fay Kastelic today for 
her commitment to our nation. Fay embodies the spirit of public service 
and altruism that make our communities and our nation strong. I commend 
Fay for her lifetime of selfless public service and wish her all the 
best in her future endeavors.

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