[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 137 (Wednesday, November 12, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1514]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CONGRATULATING VIRGINIA T. WOOD ON HER 100TH BIRTHDAY ON NOVEMBER 12, 
                                  2014

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                          HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 12, 2014

  Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Ms. Virginia 
T. Wood on her 100th birthday. Ms. Wood has led a remarkable life as a 
lifelong resident of Chicago and has lived in my district for over 60 
years.
   Virginia Wood has devoted much of her time as a High School Physical 
Education Teacher for the Chicago Board of Education, teaching at 
several schools including South Shore High School and Bogan High 
School. Ms. Wood was then promoted to Coordinator of girl's athletics 
for the Chicago Board of Education, eventually retiring with over 26 
years of service. Even after retirement, she remained an active 
supporter of girls high school sports.
   Ms. Wood has enjoyed a very active life, continuing to swim and bowl 
until she reached the age of 96. She has never missed voting in an 
election, and became involved with the neighborhood watch program for 
the Chicago Police Department. She is a model participant in her 
community, and we should all try to emulate her outstanding service.
   Ms. Wood has led an extraordinary life that has given so much to 
others. I join her many family members and friends in celebrating this 
event and I wish her more years of happiness, fulfillment, and health. 
Congratulations to Ms. Wood on her centennial birthday milestone.

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