[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 166 (Monday, November 17, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2310]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO ABIGAIL RICE

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 11, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with profound sadness that I rise 
today to recognize the life and contributions of Abigail Rice from 
Durango, CO. Abi's life was recently cut short in a tragic accident. As 
her family mourns their loss, I think it is appropriate to call her 
tremendous contributions to the attention of this body of Congress and 
our Nation.
  Abi was an excellent student. A member of the Dean's List at Colorado 
State University, she was majoring in Natural Sciences. Abi was also a 
member of the PreMedica Club, and the Air Force ROTC. She had plans to 
attend medical school following graduation and her dream was to serve 
her country in the United States Air Force as a flight surgeon.
  Abi also excelled in athletics. She was a High School Barrel Racing 
State Champion, an accomplished participant in 4-H, and a co-captain of 
Colorado State's Varsity Trap and Skeet Team.
  Despite Abi's many academic and athletic talents, those who knew her 
well say that her greatest attribute was her loving and caring 
personality. Abi had an infectious love of life and her many friends 
and family will miss her deeply.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to rise and pay tribute to Abigail Rice. 
Abi was an amazing young woman and my heart goes out to her family and 
friends during this difficult time.

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