[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 6 (Wednesday, January 18, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E31]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  TRIBUTE TO GREATER CORONA VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CITIZEN OF THE 
                            YEAR MIKE ZELLER

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                            HON. KEN CALVERT

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 18, 2012

  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 and make their communities a better place to 
live and work. Mike Zeller is one of these individuals. On January 21, 
2012, Mike will receive a prestigious honor when the Greater Corona 
Valley Chamber of Commerce names him the 2011 Citizen of the Year at 
the organization's annual awards and installation gala at the Eagle 
Glen Golf Club.
  Mike began his career as an educator but 30 years ago he decided to 
make a change and open a life insurance business through Primerica. 
Mike's business offers clients options to purchase insurance, from term 
to life, and anything in between. Another component unique to his 
business is the marketing and structure of Primerica. Mike has been 
honored by Primerica often, and was again on January 15 as he 
celebrates 30 years of providing service to his clients.
  In addition to his business acumen, Mike has also lived a 
compassionate and giving life. Twenty years ago, his son Chad was 
fatally injured on a bicycle ride. Both he and his wife Nancee refused 
to let this tragedy define their lives and in honor of Chad they formed 
a foundation, called the Chad Zeller Memorial. The foundation has held 
annual consecutive walks/runs to ensure public safety--giving thousands 
of helmets to children of all ages.
  Throughout the many years that Mike has been a member of the Greater 
Corona Valley Chamber, Mike has been involved and supported the Chamber 
financially in sponsorships and door prizes. Every year, he is quick to 
recognize the Chamber for its involvement with the Chad Zeller Memorial 
Walk/Run events.
  In addition to the Greater Corona Valley Chamber of Commerce, Mike is 
involved with service clubs and multitude of other charities. Mike has 
a philosophy to help as many people as possible and lives his life in 
service to others, regardless of their status in life.
  In light of all Mike has done for the community of Corona, the 
Greater Corona Valley Chamber of Commerce named Mike their Citizen of 
the Year. Mike's tireless passion for community service has contributed 
immensely to the betterment of the community of Corona, California. He 
has been the heart and soul of many community organizations and events 
and I am proud to call him a fellow community member, American and 
friend. I know that many community members are grateful for his service 
and I join them in saluting him as he receives this prestigious award.

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