[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 21 (Wednesday, February 25, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E218]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO FRAN WEAVER

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 25, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise before 
you today to pay tribute to a remarkable woman from my district. Fran 
Weaver of Pueblo, Colorado passed away recently at the age of seventy-
nine. Fran was a successful author and friend to many, and I would like 
to recognize her tremendous contributions to the Pueblo community 
before this body of Congress and this nation.
  Fran was renowned for her devotion to education, and after raising 
her children, decided to return to college where she earned a degree in 
journalism. She delighted in writing her weekly column, ``Midlife 
Musings,'' for The Pueblo Chieftain, as well as lecturing on national 
television and Crystal Cruises. She felt that old age should not be a 
reason to slow down, and, according to her former newspaper, ``urged 
them to open themselves up to new experiences.'' As I reflect on Fran's 
accomplishments, it is evident that she heeded her own advice.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to rise before this body of Congress and 
this nation to pay tribute to the life of Fran Weaver. Fran's love of 
the written word and zest for life is truly an inspiration for us all. 
The Pueblo community and the State of Colorado will truly miss her, and 
my thoughts go out to Fran's loved ones during this difficult time of 
bereavement.

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