[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 69 (Monday, May 17, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E875]
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      PRESENTING A MEMORIAL TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF RAMON J. REEVEY

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                    HON. JUANITA MILLENDER-McDONALD

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 17, 2004

  Ms. MILLENDER-McDONALD. Mr. Speaker:
  Whereas, Congresswoman Juanita Millender-McDonald recognizes the 
extraordinary spirit of this man, who after becoming a paraplegic went 
on to accomplish what others would consider impossible. He had started 
his career with the Federal government when tragedy struck in a car 
accident. But he was not deterred and as a paraplegic, he worked hard 
and received his Baccalaureate degree from Long Beach State University. 
He went on to receive his Master's degree in Hospital Administration 
from the University of California at Los Angeles; and
  Whereas, Ramon J. Reevey distinguished himself to veterans and 
hospital administrations nationwide by demonstrating total commitment 
to the Department of Veterans Affairs. He understood the problems of 
patients in the Veterans hospitals. His empathy allowed him to manage 
the resources of the hospital to better provide needed care. His caring 
and positive attitude is reflected in his motto: ``If you have happy 
employees, you have happy patients''; and
  Whereas, Ramon J. Reevey throughout his career accomplished many 
goals, with the crown jewel of his career being the hosting of the 23rd 
National Veterans Wheelchair Games in July 2003, while heading up the 
VA Long Beach Healthcare System. He was also a competitive participant 
in the Games; and
  Now therefore, be it resolved, that the dedication of this man to the 
welfare of the lives of our community is much appreciated.

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