[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 133 (Monday, September 21, 2009)]
[Senate]
[Page S9586]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                         TRIBUTE TO BETTY GILES

 Mr. ROCKEFELLER. Mr. President, today I wish to recognize the 
upcoming 75th birthday of a dear friend in Hinton, WV, Betty Giles.
  Betty is a lovely person who has a strong sense of family and 
community. Through her work and volunteer activities she has made a 
difference.
  Betty began her career at the hospital in Montgomery, WV. She then 
worked at the Hinton Hospital until it closed, and spent the rest of 
her career at the Greenbrier Valley Hospital in Fairlea. Compassionate 
and thoughtful, she was beloved by patients and colleagues alike.
  Betty has always possessed a love of learning and curiosity that led 
her to learn more and do more, both in her work and in her life. She 
faces challenges straight on, and stands up for what she believes in. 
She has always been involved in community service, running the 
elementary school carnival when her children were young, singing in the 
ecumenical choir around the holidays, and spearheading a food pantry at 
her church that has been extremely important in times of hardship. When 
friends are ill, she is always there to lend a hand to help or an ear 
to listen.
  She values family and friends, loyally supporting those she loves. 
Betty is the proud mother of two children, Ted and Terri. I was proud 
to have her daughter Terri as a member of my staff for many years. I 
treasure her friendship and wish her the best for her 75th 
birthday.

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