[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 41 (Tuesday, March 13, 2012)]
[Senate]
[Page S1613]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO NORA WALSH HUSSEY

 Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, today I would like to take this 
opportunity to honor Nora Walsh Hussey of Sturgis, SD.
  Nora has spent countless hours serving her community through a 
variety of organizations and activities. Nora has been an active 
participant in Promoting Educational Opportunities, PEO, an 
organization where women celebrate advancement through achievements in 
educational opportunities. She has also spent a significant amount of 
time volunteering as a Court Appointed Special Advocate, CASA, which 
supports abused and neglected children. While Nora spends the majority 
of her time volunteering for various organizations in the community, 
she also enjoys participating in bridge clubs, golfing, and cruising.
  Nora's achievements are not limited to her work on behalf of South 
Dakotans. In 1981, Nora was confirmed by the U.S. Senate to become the 
first non-Coloradan to supervise the Denver Mint. While supervising the 
mint, Nora was acknowledged by many employees for her exemplary 
service.
  I want to join Nora's family and friends in recognizing her more than 
50 years of community service and celebrating her 97th birthday on 
March 26, 2012. I extend my sincere thanks and appreciation to Nora for 
all she has done for her fellow South Dakotans and wish her continued 
success in years to come.

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