[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 136 (Tuesday, September 30, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1933]
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                  TRIBUTE TO DOROTHY AND WAYNE TALLEY

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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 to pay tribute to a remarkable couple from my district. 
Dorothy and Wayne Talley of Del Norte, Colorado recently celebrated 
their seventy-second anniversary. Dorothy and Wayne's extraordinary 
commitment to each other and to their family is an inspiration, and I 
am honored to pay tribute to them here today.
  Dorothy and Wayne are blessed with eight children, twelve 
grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Through mutual respect and 
genuine affection, Dorothy and Wayne have maintained their union for 
over 70 years. Throughout those years, Wayne has pursued several 
careers, including selling tractors and transporting material for the 
Summitville mine. After retiring, Wayne continued to stay active, first 
selling cars, then starting a sewing machine repair shop. Dorothy 
worked hard to take care of their family.
  Mr. Speaker, the dedication and devotion that Dorothy and Wayne 
Talley have shown to each other is truly an inspiration to us all. 
Since 1931, Dorothy and Wayne have supported and uplifted one another 
and have set a noteworthy example for their family and community. To 
spend over seven decades together is a rare testament to their love, 
and I am honored to join with my colleagues in congratulating Dorothy 
and Wayne and in wishing them many more wonderful years together.

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