[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 108 (Wednesday, September 6, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1641]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                PAYING TRIBUTE TO TERRY AND LEE KISTNER

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                           HON. JON C. PORTER

                               of nevada

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 6, 2006

  Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Terry and Lee Kistner 
of Overton, Nevada for their overwhelming commitment to serving others.
  Terry and Lee moved to Overton nearly ten years ago. Shortly 
thereafter, they opened Valley Boot and Shoe Repair, a small business 
specializing in leather craftsmanship, including boots, saddles, tack 
and repairs. Despite the struggles of owning a small business in an 
economy dominated by large companies and manufacturers, Terry and Lee 
have managed to keep their doors open and their business running 
successfully for more than nine years. In order to do so, both Terry 
and Lee work full-time jobs and stagger their schedules so that each 
can tend to the needs of their business.
  Although their extraordinary work ethic and commitment to their craft 
is part of what makes the Kistners an asset to the Moapa Valley 
Community, it is their remarkable compassion for others and their 
dedication to community service that is truly inspiring. Terry and Lee 
strive to help others in any way they can. They frequently contribute 
their expertise in leather craftsmanship to school and community 
groups. Whether it means donating leather and teaching special 
education students how to make their own belts, donating labor and 
craftsmanship to the Nevada High School Rodeo winners or donating 
custom-made boots to fulfill a young boy's dreams of owning real cowboy 
boots, the Kistners are happy to give their talents to a variety of 
worthy endeavors.
  Terry and Lee are also committed citizens of the United States of 
America. They instilled in each of their four children a sense of pride 
in their country and a commitment to serving others. They currently 
have a son who is serving in the United States Army in Iraq. In 
addition to all they do to serve their local community, the Kistners 
also strive to support their son in his military service. The Kistners 
have purchased and donated a variety of needed equipment and supplies 
for their son's 17-member military unit.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize Terry and Lee Kistner on the 
floor of the House for the extraordinary citizens that they are. I 
commend their patriotism and their inspiring commitment to serving 
others. I thank them for the sacrifices they have made to brighten the 
lives of those around them and I wish them the very best in all their 
future endeavors.

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