[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 51 (Wednesday, May 3, 2006)]
[Senate]
[Page S3981]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFF MARIA CECILIA ROSA: IN MEMORIAM

 Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, today I rise to honor the memory of 
a dedicated public servant, Sheriff Deputy Maria Cecilia Rosa. Deputy 
Rosa spent nearly 6 years with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's 
Department, providing the citizens of California with safety and 
service. On the morning of March 28, 2006, Deputy Rosa was shot while 
in the city of Long Beach as she prepared to leave for work at the 
Inmate Reception Center in downtown Los Angeles. She subsequently died 
from her injuries.
  Deputy Maria Rosa was well respected by her peers and received 
numerous outstanding evaluations by her supervisors who described her 
as ``a self starter'' and an ``outstanding Training Officer.'' Her 
attitude and performance were always top rate, and she was always fair 
and courteous to everyone with whom she came in contact. Many describe 
her ``wonderful sense of humor with an electric smile.'' Colleagues 
note that she was affable, yet tough, and approached even the most 
mundane tasks with energy and enthusiasm.
  Deputy Rosa is survived by her sister Luz Maria Yanez and brothers 
Eduardo and Maricelo Yanez. When she was not on duty, Deputy Rosa loved 
to dance, especially Salsa. She was extremely caring and always 
available to a friend. Deputy Maria Rosa served the State of California 
with honor and distinction and honorably fulfilled her oath as an 
officer of the law. Her contributions and dedication to law enforcement 
are greatly appreciated and will serve as a shining example of her 
legacy.
  Californians are grateful for Deputy Rosa's heroic service and the 
sacrifices she made while serving the community and protecting the 
people she loved.

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