[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 5 (Tuesday, January 25, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E58]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    RECOGNIZING FLASH GORDON QUARRY

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                           HON. BILL SHUSTER

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 25, 2005

  Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Flash Gordon 
Quarry for his 35 years of committed service to AMTRAN. His knowledge 
and experience have made the transportation organization the efficient 
machine that it is today.
  Flash began his journey through AMTRAN as an operator 35 years ago. 
He quickly proved himself as a capable worker and quietly earned 
recognition for his incomparable performance on the job. Mr. Quarry's 
distinguishing loyalty was acknowledged as he became a Director of 
Transportation in only 10 years. Working tirelessly to overcome the 
obstacles of having to learn and master continually changing 
technology, Flash flourished in his position as Director and for his 
continually professional performance he was awarded the very first 
Superstar of Transportation award in 1999.
  Mr. Quarry's spirit and dedication to AMTRAN remains unparalleled. To 
the enjoyment of his family, friends, and coworkers, Flash has proven 
to be reliable and dependable time and time again. He willingly 
shoulders every major responsibility and handles the most difficult 
problems with patience and ease. Amongst all of his demands at work 
however, Flash always finds time to spend with his family, teaching his 
children and grandchildren to be exemplary citizens.
  In the 35 years that Mr. Quarry has had a significant hand in the 
operations, AMTRAN has become a more efficient organization, making a 
strong impact on the Altoona area. He has demonstrated an unyielding 
enthusiasm and care for the organization which he has served. For his 
incomparable generosity, service to AMTRAN, and unabated commitment to 
excellence, Flash Gordon Quarry deserves the highest recognition. He 
has built a legacy as an outstanding director, incorporating leadership 
skills, innovative solutions to problems, and an efficient work ethic. 
His uncompromising sense of duty to AMTRAN has been a source of 
inspiration, and the organization would definitely not be the same 
without the guidance, leadership, and expertise that Flash offers.
  As a pillar of strength within his community, Mr. Quarry is a role 
model and leader who is admired by many, and he will undoubtedly 
continue to surprise all who know him. His contributions will not go 
unnoticed by the business for which he works nor the community in which 
he lives. I would like to congratulate Mr. Quarry on his 
accomplishments, and I look forward to the future of AMTRAN under his 
guidance.

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