[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 5 (Wednesday, January 12, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E55-E56]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            TRIBUTE TO CORONA CITIZEN OF THE YEAR PAT MILLER

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                            HON. KEN CALVERT

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 12, 2011

  Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and pay tribute to an 
individual whose dedication and contributions to the community of 
Corona, California are exceptional. Corona has been fortunate to have 
dynamic and dedicated community leaders who willingly and unselfishly 
give their time and talent to make their communities a better place to 
live and work. Pat Miller is one of these individuals. On January 15, 
2011, Pat will receive a prestigious honor when the Corona Chamber of 
Commerce names her Citizen of the Year for 2010 at the organization's 
96th Annual Awards and Installation dinner at the Eagle Glen Golf Club.
  Pat Miller and her late husband, Roger, owned and operated the Thomas 
Miller Mortuary for many years before they turned over day-to-day 
operations to their son Chris and his wife Rhonda. The mortuary has 
been an integral part of the community of Corona, and has provided care 
and solace to many families who have lost loved ones.
  In addition to her role as a business owner in the community, Pat 
Miller exemplifies the word ``volunteer.'' She has spent her life 
donating her time and attention to various clubs, organizations and 
activities. In 1985, she served as the President of Soroptimist 
International of Corona, and remains a life member. Through Soroptimist 
she became involved with the Riverside County Coalition for 
Alternatives to Domestic Violence.
  Thanks to the diligent efforts of Pat, and a group of core 
volunteers, the services provided by this organization have expanded 
tremendously. The organization is now known as the Corona Outreach 
office, and the facility has grown from one small shelter to a 45-bed 
facility. Pat also served on the Board of Directors and Advisory Board 
for many years. Her accomplishments did not go unnoticed, and Pat was 
awarded the Women Helping Women Award in 1985 and the Golden West 
Regional Award Program.
  Additionally, Pat donated much of her time to volunteering with the 
school district as she raised her children, Chris and Stephanie. She 
has remained active member of the PTA, the Corona-Norco School District 
Advisory Committee, and now has a renewed interest now that her 
grandchildren are in school.
  For many years, Pat served on the Corona Regional Medical Center 
Foundation Board and chaired the main fundraising black tie dinner 
several times. In fact, she is now in her 15th year serving on the 
Corona Regional Medical Center Governing Board of Directors.
  Other organizations fortunate enough to have Pat's attention include 
the Women's Improvement Club of Corona, Navy League, Children's Home 
Society, Pink Ladies Hospital Auxiliary, Boys Club Auxiliary, The 
United Way, Catholic Daughters, Corona Chamber of Commerce and St. 
Matthew's Church.

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  In light of all Pat Miller has done for the community of Corona, the 
Corona Chamber of Commerce is honoring Pat as Citizen of the Year. 
Pat's tireless passion for community service has contributed immensely 
to the betterment of the community of Corona, California. She has been 
the heart and soul of many community organizations and events and I am 
proud to call her a fellow community member, American and friend. I 
know that many community members are grateful for her service and 
salute her as she receives this prestigious award.

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