[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 30 (Thursday, March 4, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E302]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    RECOGNIZING VOLUNTEERS FROM THE EAST VALLEY RETIRED AND SENIOR 
                           VOLUNTEER PROGRAM

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                         HON. HARRY E. MITCHELL

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 4, 2010

  Mr. MITCHELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to applaud the 
accomplishments of 11 retired Seniors from the East Valley who have 
been awarded the Presidential Volunteer Service Award for Lifetime 
Achievement. This prestigious award honors those who have provided more 
than 4,000 hours of volunteer service over the course of their 
lifetime. The President's Volunteer Service Award program was created 
as a way to thank and honor Americans who, by their demonstrated 
commitment and example, inspire others to engage in volunteer service.
  This year's recipients of the Presidential Volunteer Service Award 
for Lifetime Achievement are exceptional individuals who epitomize the 
true meaning of service. These 11 honorees exhibit a sincere commitment 
to helping others and creating positive communities.
  As a representative, I am fortunate to have such benevolent and 
dedicated individuals serving within my district. Each one of the 
recipients should serve as an inspiration for us all and encourage us 
to make service a central part of our lives.
  Madam Speaker, it is my honor to officially recognize Kay Fisher, 
Shigeko Godsey, Kenneth Hawkes, Marietta Hopkins, Gertrude Huhn, Rena 
Johnson, Peter Loguda, Pamela Manaos, Helen McShane, Susanne Ulbrish 
and Grant Whitney for their outstanding service to our community.

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