[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 94 (Monday, June 9, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1168]
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                       HONORING ROSTEEN STRASSNER

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                         HON. GEORGE RADANOVICK

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, June 9, 2008

  Mr. RADANOVICH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Rosteen 
Strassner upon her 106 birthday. Mrs. Strassner's birthday will be 
celebrated on Friday, June 6, 2008.
  Mrs. Strassner was born March 20, 1902 in Newark, Arkansas. In her 
long life she has witnessed many historical events that not only shaped 
the United States, but the world as well. She has been able to achieve 
amazing things in her lifetime. In 1940 she moved to Fresno, 
California. She became a member of the Fresno Temple COGIC, and remains 
a member of the church. In 1974 Mrs. Strassner opened her heart and her 
home to mentally challenged adults when the Central Valley Regional 
Center was recruiting foster parents. She was one of the first African-
Americans to engage in this type of work. She remained a foster parent 
until 2005, when her physical health began to decline. Mrs. Strassner 
also has an extensive background as a healthcare professional and 
businesswoman. She is a retired dietitian from St. Agnes Hospital. She 
also owned and operated two cafes in the Fresno area.
  Madam Speaker, I rise today to commend and congratulate Rosteen 
Strassner on 106 years of life. I invite my colleagues to join me in 
wishing Mrs. Strassner health and happiness.

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