[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 103 (Thursday, July 22, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1487]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   PAYING TRIBUTE TO AILEEN WARFIELD

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 22, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise today 
to pay tribute to the life and memory of Aileen Warfield of Pueblo, 
Colorado. Aileen recently passed away at the age of seventy-eight. She 
will be remembered for her commitment to her family and her 
contributions to her community. I would like to join my colleagues in 
recognizing her life and her memory before this body of Congress and 
this nation.
  Aileen's passion was working at her candy store, Nettie's Colorado 
Candies. The origins of Nettie's Colorado Candies can be traced back to 
the 1930's, and Aileen and her husband, Ray Warfield bought the candy 
store in 1971. They had no experience in the business, but Aileen 
wished to undertake the challenge of owning and operating a small 
business. Once the Warfields assumed control, they made it into a 
family business employing most of their children over the years. What 
originated as a hobby, turned into a busy job. Aileen worked six days a 
week and was an active member of the RCI, the Retail Confectioners 
International.
  Aileen dedicated her time and energies to her family and her 
community. She was a member of the Mesa Junction Association, a board 
member of the Parade of Lights committee and the Greater Pueblo Chamber 
of Commerce.
  Mr. Speaker, Aileen Warfield was a beloved member of her community 
and I am honored to remember her life today. Her work ethic and 
friendly face at the candy store will be sorely missed in the Grand 
Junction community. I would like to offer my deepest condolences to 
Aileen's family and friends during this difficult time of bereavement.

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