[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 12 (Tuesday, February 8, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E185]
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                        TRIBUTE TO HELEN MAYHAK

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                            HON. FRED UPTON

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 8, 2005

  Mr. UPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Helen Mayhak 
who regretfully passed away recently at the age of 91. A dedicated and 
selfless woman, Helen's charity and work throughout the community made 
Southwest Michigan an even greater place to live and grow.
  For the last 40 years Helen served the Hartford community as township 
clerk, making her one of Michigan's longest-tenured officials. A 
lifelong resident of Berrien County, Helen was an active member in her 
community. Whether she was serving hot lunches to students in our 
public schools, working with the Boy Scouts of America, or assisting in 
our local hospitals, Helen did her part to improve the lives of 
everyone she encountered. As a member of the Van Buren Republican 
Party, she was honored as the Van Buren Republican of the Year.
  Helen will be remembered for her commitment to the betterment of the 
lives of those she served. We will certainly miss her enthusiasm and 
passion that she brought to her work each and every day.
  On behalf of the Sixth District of Michigan, our prayers and sincere 
regards go out to Helen's family and friends--she will certainly be 
deeply missed.

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