[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 129 (Tuesday, September 4, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1790-E1791]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  IN RECOGNITION OF WILLIAM J. NORRIS

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, September 4, 2007

  Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize William J. 
Norris for 29 years of civil service with the Social Security 
Administration. Bill has been an invaluable asset to my office for many 
years, and he retires from the SSA with my gratitude and the heartfelt 
thanks of thousands of Northeast Ohioans who have been helped by him.
  Bill began his career with the SSA as a claims representative in 
Mansfield, OH. Bill's enthusiasm, work ethic and commitment to his 
clients carried him through the ranks quickly, and before long he 
reached the role of supervisor. In 2002, Bill was named the District 
Manager of the Cleveland Southwest office, a position he has held for 5 
years.
  Bill also volunteered with the Indian Guides when his children, 
William and Elizabeth were younger. He remains involved with the 
Knights of Columbus, and still finds time to devote to his favorite 
hobby, fishing.
  Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honoring William J. 
Norris for his distinguished career of civil service. As he leaves for 
his well-deserved retirement to spend more time with his wife Mary, I 
thank him on behalf of the thousands of social security beneficiaries 
who have been touched by his compassion and dedication.

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