[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 3 (Thursday, January 8, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E31]
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                      HONORING MELISSA JOANNE ROE

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, January 8, 2015

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize a 
special member of my staff. After more than ten years of service, 
Melissa Joanne Roe will be leaving her post in my Kansas City District 
Office.
   As a driven person and political leader in Jefferson City, Melissa 
began working in my District Office in 2004 and was immediately an 
important asset for my office. While with the office, she held many 
leadership roles and is ending her prominent career as my District 
Director. Melissa oversaw crucial issues such as transportation, river 
logistics and appropriations.
   Melissa could be depended on to keep my offices running efficiently 
and represent me at meetings when I was away in Washington. Melissa has 
also been instrumental in helping the various towns in my district to 
grow and prosper through the dedication to the district. Through 
earmarks, she was able to successfully establish growing businesses, 
make roads safer and strengthen communities. Melissa was also tireless 
in making sure my offices worked together in serving the people of the 
Sixth Congressional District. Her outstanding work and immense 
knowledge is incomparable.
   I have received many kind words from constituents praising the 
outstanding service Melissa has provided. Her professionalism and 
dedication to this office and my constituents was a great example of 
how government should work. She would often work nights and weekends, 
while time and again going beyond her job description, all without 
complaint. While I am losing a valuable member of my team, I am excited 
for Melissa to begin the next chapter of her life.
   Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in thanking Melissa Joanne 
Roe for her many years of service to the people of the Sixth 
Congressional District. I know Melissa's colleagues, family and friends 
join with me in thanking her for her commitment to others and wishing 
her best of luck in all her endeavors and many years of success to 
come.

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