[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 48 (Thursday, April 11, 2013)]
[Senate]
[Page S2587]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                        REMEMBERING TERRY GIBSON

 Mr. CRAPO. Mr. President, today I wish to pay tribute to the 
life and legacy of an outstanding leader and friend, Shoshone-Paiute 
Tribal Chairman Terry Gibson. He left a lasting mark in his far too few 
years of life.
  Terry carried an absolute commitment to better the lives of the 
people he led and those of future generations. He had a deep 
understanding of the strengths and challenges of the Shoshone-Paiute 
Tribes, and he focused on making progress. Prior to serving as 
chairman, he served on the tribal council and worked as health 
director, compliance officer and natural resource director for the 
tribes. His experience and knowledge contributed to his exemplary 
leadership.
  He was dedicated to encouraging tribal youth to achieve educational 
and career success, and he worked to address unemployment, domestic 
violence and poverty. Terry furthered the mission of protecting and 
preserving the Shoshone-Paiute tribal culture and natural resources 
while also assisting and encouraging the economic development of the 
tribes. He was mindful of ensuring future generations would also have 
the opportunity to benefit from our resources.
  We worked together on projects to benefit tribal members, and he was 
always a trusted partner and strong leader with the courage and 
foresight to tackle the many issues facing the tribes. He is recognized 
as a dedicated leader who thoughtfully carried out his duties in 
advancing the objectives of the tribal membership. Terry was a 
sensible, strong and reliable voice.
  The unexpected passing of Chairman Gibson brings great sadness to the 
tribes, the Owyhee area, Idaho and me. My prayers are with his wife, 
Debbie, his children, his family, the people he led, and the many lives 
he reached. I join his family members and many friends in mourning his 
loss. I am thankful I had the opportunity to know Terry and work with 
him. While Terry will be sorely missed, his legacy will endure. His 
steady and dedicated leadership will not be forgotten.

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