[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 33 (Thursday, March 7, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E256]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               IN HONOR OF GRACE NAFTALY'S 100TH BIRTHDAY

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                          HON. GARY C. PETERS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 7, 2013

  Mr. PETERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor longtime 
Detroit-area resident and community advocate Grace Naftaly on the 
occasion of her 100th birthday. The Naftaly family is well known in the 
Detroit-area, and I've had the privilege of working with Grace's son 
Jerry, who served as the mayor of Oak Park for many years. Throughout 
her lifetime, Grace demonstrated a selfless dedication to the welfare 
of others, the community, and her family.
  Grace was born on March 25, 1913 and arrived in the United States 
with her parents Mary and Emil Kahan through the Ellis Island and 
Statue of Liberty port. Grace and her husband Bill Naftaly were blessed 
with three children, Robert, Janice and Jerry, as well as six 
grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
  Even at the young age of 100, Grace is still an avid Detroit Red 
Wings, Tigers and Pistons fan. She also loves puzzle books and novels.
  As I close, I would like to wish Grace health and happiness for many 
years to come. I can say with confidence that because of her selfless 
attitude and dedication to the community, the Detroit-area is a better 
place.

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