[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 106 (Friday, July 29, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1732]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          RECOGNIZING KEVIN TWOHEY OF SAINT HELENA, CALIFORNIA

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 29, 2005

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Kevin Twohey from my hometown of Saint Helena, California, as he is 
honored with the 2005 Saint Helena Citizen of the Year Award.
  Mr. Speaker, born in Ohio, Kevin joined our unique community more 
than 18 years ago. Since that time, Kevin has devoted his life to 
serving the people of Saint Helena. Kevin is not only a driven, hard 
working man who is not afraid to role up his sleeves and get his hands 
dirty, but he is also selfless and has remained steadfast in his 
commitment to bettering our town.
  Shortly after settling in California, Kevin, an avid and astute 
horticulturalist, purchased the locally owned Whiting's Nursery which 
has been a part of our community for nearly 60 years.
  For the past 17 years, Kevin has served as a volunteer firefighter 
for the St. Helena Fire Department and has held the position of fire 
chief for 11 years. An integral and highly revered member of this team, 
Kevin has become a mentor to his fellow firefighters, helping them and 
guiding them through fires and life. What Kevin enjoys most about 
volunteering is the camaraderie and the ability to positively affect 
people's lives every single day.
  When not fighting fires or running the nursery, Kevin can be found at 
the Saint Helena public pool coaching the Waves, Saint Helena's Swim 
Team. Kevin is also a passionate fly fisherman and fitness guru.
  Mr. Speaker, I'm sure Kevin's wife, Margaret, and their daughter, 
Kathleen, are extremely proud of him. I believe I speak for Kevin's 
family, friends, and community when I say Kevin Twohey is an exemplary 
citizen and an inspiration to all of us. My fellow colleagues, it is 
appropriate that we take this time to thank and honor Kevin Twohey for 
his numerous, invaluable contributions to Saint Helena.

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