[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 100 (Wednesday, June 25, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1066]
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                    ROD DOWNEY CONGRESSIONAL TRIBUTE

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                          HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 25, 2014

  Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Rod Downey, a mail 
carrier from Pueblo, Colorado. Mr. Downey has been awarded the United 
States Postal Services' inaugural Postal Hero Award for going above and 
beyond in his service to his county and its citizens.
  On January 10, Mr. Downey was delivering mail when he heard the cries 
of Louise Grebenc. Ms. Grebenc, who was 81 at the time of the incident, 
had fallen on her porch the day before and could not get up. She called 
for help throughout the night as the temperature dropped below 
freezing. She had given up until Mr. Downey arrived. He quickly 
assessed the situation and called 911, staying with Ms. Grebenc until 
an ambulance came. Mr. Downey's actions saved her life.
  Mr. Speaker, Rod Downey's exemplary performance and dedication are an 
example to us all. I stand with the residents of Pueblo County and the 
United States Postal Service in thanking Mr. Downey for his service.

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