[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 135 (Friday, December 8, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2197]
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          TRIBUTE TO THE REVEREND WILLIAM AND MARJORIE BUEHLER

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                         HON. RAUL M. GRIJALVA

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, December 8, 2006

  Mr. GRIJALVA. Mr. Speaker, I stand today to recognize 50 years spent 
together by Rev. William and Marjorie Buehler in marriage and in 
service to those in need.
  Since their marriage to each other began, the Buehlers have shown 
complete dedication not only to themselves but to several communities 
of central Mexico. As Presbyterian missionaries, William and Marjorie 
worked tirelessly to bring schools, running water, and inoculation 
centers to those who previously had absolutely no access to these 
resources, living in isolated villages in the State of Oaxaca.
  Upon their return to the United States, the Buehlers established 
themselves close to the heart of Arizona, in Superior, where they soon 
became favored residents of the area. Reverend Buehler worked admirably 
as the pastor of two churches in the community, and for his efforts to 
improve the health of residents and the local environment, was honored 
with Superior's Man of the Year award. Marjorie Buehler also served 
Superior at that time as an elementary educator.
  Even after retirement, the list of achievements accumulated by the 
Buehlers continued to grow and bring optimism and hope to those they 
served. Recognizing critical issues rising along the border of Arizona 
and Mexico, the Buehlers endeavored to establish border missionaries to 
address the needs of workers facing tragic conditions in maquilladora 
factories located in the dangerous region.
  To this day, they continue to do volunteer work at Tucson's Primavera 
Homeless Shelter, and the Tucson Historical Society. It is a fitting 
tribute to honor these two lives dedicated to the less fortunate of the 
world, while cultivating a lasting marriage and family.

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