[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 61 (Wednesday, May 5, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E742]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 PAYING TRIBUTE TO JEANNINE FORD ARTAZ

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 5, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to rise today before 
this body of Congress and this nation to recognize a remarkable woman 
from my district. Jeannine Ford Artaz of Glenwood Springs, Colorado has 
displayed the kind of selfless dedication to her community that 
enriches the lives of all around her, and it is my pleasure to thank 
her for her many contributions to Glenwood Springs and the State of 
Colorado.
  In 1950, Jeannine moved to Colorado and began her career in 
television and radio. She served as the Butternut Weather Girl for 
KBTV, Channel 2 in Denver, was ``Miss Jenny'' on Romper Room, and was 
an editor and journalist for Channel 9 News. In 1965, she moved to 
Glenwood Springs and had radio programs on KGLN and KDNK, and 
Television Talk shows on Cable 12.
  While many people in Colorado might have known Jeannine as a 
television and radio personality, she became a beloved member of her 
Glenwood Springs community through her generosity and extensive 
community involvement, where she was known affectionately as Grandma 
Nene. A small sampling of her participation includes volunteering for 
the Valley View Hospital Auxiliary; Glenwood Springs Sheriff's 
Department; Brownies, Girl Scouts, and Boy Scouts; and Glen Valley 
Nursing Home. For the annual Newcomers Fashion Show she designed and 
made the featured wedding ensemble, initiated some of the first efforts 
in starting a local animal shelter, and was the Strawberry Days Grand 
Marshall in 2001.
  Mr. Speaker, it is clear Jeannine Ford Artaz plays a vital role in 
her Glenwood Springs community. Her dedication and selfless efforts 
have done much to enhance the lives of those around her, and is worthy 
of recognition before this body of Congress and this nation. Thanks for 
your service to your community Jeannine, and I wish you all the best in 
your future endeavors.

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