[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 128 (Wednesday, September 17, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1838]
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                        TRIBUTE TO MABEL WALLIS

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 17, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this body of Congress today 
to pay tribute to an outstanding citizen from my district. Mabel Wallis 
of Delta, Colorado has dedicated her life to serving her country and 
her community. She selflessly gives of her time and her talent to a 
grateful community. I am honored to stand before you today to recognize 
Mabel and her lifetime of service.
  Mabel grew up in Colorado and attended Colorado University, where she 
earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. She worked as a student teacher 
before deciding to join the Navy and attend Officer Candidate School. 
As an Ensign, Mabel was assigned to Lowry Air Force Base in Denver, 
Colorado, but was chosen shortly thereafter to serve on the staff of 
Admiral Hyman G. Rickover, the Father of the Nuclear Navy. Mabel 
retired after twenty years in the Navy with the rank of Commander. 
Since retiring, Mabel has volunteered extensively in her community. She 
was active with Meals on Wheels, she volunteers for the Delta County 
Historical Society by typing their quarterly newsletter, and she 
volunteers in the Medical Records Department of the Delta County 
Memorial Hospital. Mabel has logged more than 700 volunteer hours with 
the hospital alone.
  Mr. Speaker, I join with my colleagues in recognizing Mabel Wallis. 
Her dedication and desire to give back to her community are inspiring 
and serve as an example to all Americans. I am honored to share her 
story before this Congress today.

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