[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 52 (Thursday, March 29, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E487]
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                        HONORING MS. GERRY SMITH

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                         HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 29, 2012

  Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, as we celebrate Women's History Month, 
I rise to honor one of South Florida's finest community leaders, Ms. 
Geraldine ``Gerry'' Smith.
  Ms. Smith currently serves as President of the Women's Club of 
Hialeah. She was born and raised by in Hialeah and has dedicated her 
time and efforts to our community. She has a passion for helping 
others, and relishes her current role as president. Previously she 
worked on the School Board in Hialeah, a position she enjoyed and 
served admirably. More recently, she has found a way to combine her 
artistic ability and her passion for the community by providing an 
educational hobby for local senior citizens.
  Every Saturday morning Ms. Smith teaches a group of senior citizens 
how to make jewelry, along with other activities. Her goal is to ensure 
that senior citizens have a great time and remain active after 
retirement. She also donates her time and money to Angel's Reach, an 
organization which helps children with autism. Together with the 
Women's Club of Hialeah, Ms. Smith actively supports the autistic 
community in South Florida.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to Ms. Gerry Smith for her 
continued service to the South Florida community and I ask my 
colleagues to join me in recognizing this remarkable individual.

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