[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 128 (Tuesday, November 14, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2026]
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                      HONORING SOFIA GUZMAN GARCIA

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                          HON. SILVESTRE REYES

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 14, 2006

  Mr. REYES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Sofia Guzman Garcia of 
my hometown of Canutillo, TX, who passed away July 29, 2006, on her 
74th birthday.
  Sofia Guzman Garcia was born on July 29, 1932, and was a 1950 
graduate of El Paso High School. Later, she worked for the Borderland 
Farmers Cooperative Association for two decades. She was also a 
dedicated volunteer for numerous community causes and a tireless 
campaigner for her husband and sons as they sought elected office.
  Mrs. Garcia worked on behalf of the people of Canutillo throughout 
her life, playing a pivotal role in strengthening the Canutillo 
Independent School District, local churches, and other community 
institutions.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask all of my colleagues to join me in celebrating the 
life of a great woman, Sofia Guzman Garcia.

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