[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 139 (Thursday, October 27, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2184]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JEANETTE CANTRELL RUDY

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                         HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 26, 2005

  Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, Tennesseans have long been known for 
giving back more to their community than they take. Jeannette Cantrell 
Rudy exemplifies our State's proud tradition of contributing to the 
betterment of both community and country.
  This year as Jeanette celebrates her 78th birthday, we should take a 
moment to recognize her good works and thank her for enriching our 
lives.
  In 1985, Jeanette helped create and fund the Dan Rudy Cancer Center 
at Saint Thomas Hospital in honor of her husband. With her sisters' 
help, she honored her parents by founding the Felix A. and Edna L. 
Cantrell Endowment Fund. The fund has given nurses the opportunity to 
continue their education at Saint Thomas Hospital. As a former nurse, 
Jeanette knows just how important nurses are to our quality of life.
  It's clear that Jeanette's work has had a tremendous impact on the 
lives of people across our State. Her life is a testament to the power 
each of us have to help others.
  The list of Jeanette's achievements and interests is a long one. 
She's a sportswoman, a member of several boards including those serving 
the Nashville Zoo and Cumberland University. She's even written a book, 
A Bend in the Cumberland, chronicling the history of her longtime home 
community in the Pennington Bend area.
  It's impossible to capture the many friendships and contributions 
Jeanette has been responsible for over the years, but we owe her a debt 
of gratitude for choosing to live in and serve our community. All our 
best to Jeannette and her family on her 78th birthday.

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