[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 63 (Monday, May 7, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E704]
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  HONORING THE LIFE OF FRANK MOTTA, A DEDICATED SAMARITAN AND PUBLIC 
                                SERVANT

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                      HON. CATHY McMORRIS RODGERS

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 7, 2012

  Mrs. McMORRIS RODGERS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great sorrow that I 
rise today to honor the life Frank Motta, a Good Samaritan who paid the 
ultimate price for helping his community. Frank--known in Eastern 
Washington as a man who would stand up for what was right no matter the 
cost--passed away in March after being assaulted while trying to break 
up an underage drinking party. His legacy of utmost care and concern 
for others will be remembered and sorely missed by the community.
  Frank, a Vietnam veteran, served in the United States Air Force from 
1964 1968, receiving an Honorable Discharge as well as 2 Presidential 
Unit Citations, 2 Outstanding Unit Awards, and 2 Vietnamese Crosses for 
Gallantry. He continued his service to the country by taking a 
prominent role in Central Washington youth education, working for over 
30 years as an English teacher, football coach, principal, and 
assistant superintendant. He received degrees and certifications in 
education from California State University at Fullerton, Azusa Pacific 
University, Washington State University, and Central Washington 
University. One of his greatest honors was receiving the Young Educator 
of the Year Award from the Othello High School in 1979, which 
recognized his tremendous service to the youth of Central Washington.
  After retiring from his education career, Frank continued his service 
as a volunteer in the Spokane VA. His compassion and concern ultimately 
earned him a full-time position. His coworkers remember him as a man 
with an unwavering commitment to serve those who served us, saying he's 
had a true impact on every employee in the hospital.
  While we mourn the loss of this dedicated servant and everyday hero, 
it is with great joy that we remember his life of commitment to others. 
We are honored to have had such a tremendous man as a part of our 
community, and ask that his passing serve as a reminder to us all that 
we are meant to live for one another, and a life built around 
dedication to others is a life truly lived. May he live on in the heart 
of service everywhere.

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