[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 87 (Thursday, June 16, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1116]
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                        HONORING MURIEL REDMOND

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 16, 2011

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize 
Muriel Redmond of Saint Joseph, Missouri. Muriel is active in the 
community and has been chosen to receive the YWCA Women of Excellence 
Lifetime Achievement Award: Woman in Volunteerism.
   After her marriage, Muriel became active in St. Joseph's Hospital 
Guild, continuing her interest founded while a student nurse. With her 
dedicated involvement, she accepted leadership positions, including 
president. Muriel started the Candy Striper program in 1947, being the 
first instructor.
   Muriel's lifelong interest in the medical field included membership 
in the Medical Auxiliary. She has been an active member in the Flower 
Society, Girl and Boy Scouting, and P.E.O. She is a member of Y Women 
and a supporter of the Abuse Shelter.
   As a member of St. Joseph's Cathedral Church and the adjoining 
school, she supported her children's education with two periods as 
president in the PTA. She remains active in the Quarter of A Century 
Nurses and at her present residence, the Living Community of St. 
Joseph; she was a founder of the Needles and Pins group.
   Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in recognizing Muriel 
Redmond. She has made an amazing impact on countless individuals in the 
St. Joseph Community. I am honored to represent her in the United 
States Congress.

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