[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 21 (Wednesday, February 25, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E221]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO LOUISE GARCIA

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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 sad heart that I rise to pay 
tribute to the passing of a great woman from my district. Louise 
Garcia, a native of Durango, Colorado, recently passed away at the age 
of 85. Louise dedicated her life to improving public transportation and 
serving the Durango community. I am honored today to bring her 
contributions to the attention of this body of Congress and this nation 
today.
  Louise will forever be remembered as a pioneer of the transportation 
system in Durango. She worked as both a dispatcher and a bookkeeper for 
the city bus and Opportunity Bus transportation systems. Louise 
dedicated her time, energy and even personal living space to the 
betterment of the city's bus system. Louise enjoyed the outdoors and 
often volunteered to take children camping with the local Community 
Action organization. Louise was also an active member of the Mother's 
Club and the choir at her local church.
  Mr. Speaker, Louise Garcia was a dedicated woman that selflessly 
served her Durango community, and I am honored to pay tribute to such a 
generous public servant. Her lifetime of service is an incredible model 
for all Americans and my thoughts and prayers go out to her family 
during this difficult time of bereavement.

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