[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 61 (Thursday, April 26, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E668]
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                       IN HONOR OF TERESA MURACO

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                           HON. JOE COURTNEY

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 26, 2012

  Mr. COURTNEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 90th 
birthday of a very special woman from my district, Teresa Muraco of 
Grosvenordale, Connecticut. Teresa is beloved by her community for her 
unfaltering commitment to helping those in need.
  A lifelong resident of the Second District of Connecticut, Ms. Muraco 
graduated from Tourtellotte Memorial High School with the Class of 
1940. From there, she went on to hold several local jobs, working in 
the spinning department of a Grosvenordale mill. She also spent 15 
years in the Putnam Superior Court in the family services office.
  Although her factory days are behind her, Teresa Muraco very much 
remains active. By her own estimate, she spends about 10 to 12 hours 
each week volunteering. She belongs to three different fire 
auxiliaries, where she helps out at barbecues and suppers. Ms. Muraco 
is also an active member of St. Joseph Church in North Grosvenordale, 
helping out at their thrift shop once a month.
  Teresa Muraco was named Thompson Volunteer of the Year in 2011 and 
Citizen of the Year by the Thompson VFW for her dedication to the town 
and its veterans. I ask my colleagues to join with me in wishing Teresa 
Muraco a happy birthday and applauding her tireless efforts to better 
her community.

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