[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 136 (Tuesday, September 30, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1933]
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                         TRIBUTE TO ALEX HOWARD

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 30, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this body of Congress and 
this nation today to pay tribute to an outstanding citizen from my 
district. Reverend Alex Howard of Pueblo, Colorado recently announced 
his retirement from the Parkview Medical Center. His devotion, hard 
work, and humility inspire those around him, and his dedication to his 
friends and neighbors shows a spirit of charity all too rare in today's 
society. I am honored to recognize his many years of service here 
today.
  Alex has been the Director of Spiritual Affairs for the Parkview 
Medical Center for 21 years. His service and ministry have been marked 
by two overriding ideals: uniting people and giving local youth moral 
and ethical guidance. Over the years, Alex has worked hard to bring 
people from different faiths, races, ages, and genders together, 
encouraging them to celebrate their common beliefs. He has also 
fostered enthusiasm and excitement in the community's youth and 
encouraged them to strive to lead a good life. Alex has worked 
tirelessly to uplift and edify those who are in his charge, and though 
Alex is retiring from Parkview, he will continue his work as the pastor 
of St. Peter the Apostle Episcopal Church in Pueblo.
  Mr. Speaker, Reverend Alex Howard is the kind of devoted spiritual 
leader our community looks to for guidance and inspiration. He has 
devoted 34 years to ministry and 21 years to Parkview Medical Center, 
and I know that his guidance will be sorely missed. I am honored to 
join with my colleagues today to thank him for his tireless work and to 
wish him the best of luck as he continues to serve the community.

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