[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 72 (Tuesday, May 12, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1127]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            CELEBRATING THE 90TH BIRTHDAY OF DOROTHY O'LEARY

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                       HON. THADDEUS G. McCOTTER

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 12, 2009

  Mr. McCOTTER. Madam Speaker, today I rise to honor and acknowledge 
Dorothy O'Leary upon the occasion of her 90th birthday.
  Dorothy O'Leary has selflessly dedicated her life to serving her 
community. Following her career at J.L. Hudson, she has become very 
active in her neighborhood, frequently participating and working with 
local Red Cross Blood Drives. She also volunteers her time regularly as 
an usher at the Fox, Fischer and Masonic Temple in downtown Detroit. 
Dorothy's faithful commitment to the Redford community is exemplified 
by the success she has had running the Used Bookstore at the Redford 
Township Library. In this capacity, she raises approximately $20,000 
per year to support the library, and is vital to its survival.
  In addition to her devoted volunteer efforts, Ms. O'Leary enjoys 
spending time with the West Side Silver Ladies, a social group of 
Retired Detroit Police Officer widows. She also loves bowling with her 
friends, and treasures the time she is able to spend with her three 
great-grandchildren.
  Madam Speaker, as Ms. O'Leary continues her legacy of passionate 
philanthropy and eager altruism, I ask my colleagues to join me in 
extending sincere congratulations to Dorothy O'Leary on her 90th 
birthday for her enthusiastic leadership and loyalty to her community 
and country.

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