[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 87 (Friday, May 19, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E679]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING THE LIFE OF PEGGY DIETRICK

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 19, 2017

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the life of 
Mrs. Peggy Dietrick, a beloved artist and entrepreneur from Laredo, 
Texas.
  Mrs. Dietrick was born on July 24th, 1924, to parents Adolph and 
Flavia (Branch) Dietrick in Salem, Illinois. Over the course of her 
career, she traveled throughout the world to perform. Her career led 
her to Las Vegas, where she performed for several years before 
ultimately moving to Texas. After moving to Laredo in 1965, Dietrick 
established the Laredo Beauty College, which is still in operation 
today.
  An actress, musician and singer, Dietrick was unquestionably an 
instrumental force in the local theater community. She was involved in 
productions with the Laredo Little Theater, where she starred in many 
plays, performed with the Laredo Philharmonic Orchestra and was a 
patron of the Laredo Theater Guild International. Her dedication to the 
arts serves as a model that all should strive to emulate.
  Serving others was at the heart of all that Dietrick did throughout 
her life. Her commitment to improving the lives of others, such as 
through helping people to find employment opportunities after 
graduating from the beauty college, exemplifies her passion for serving 
others. In addition, her commitment to the arts highlights her firm 
belief in the value of education for the public. Without a doubt, her 
life clearly demonstrates what it means to be a charitable and caring 
person.
  Peggy is survived by her husband, John of St. Louis, Missouri; 
nephew, Michael Rhoads of San Antonio, Texas; niece, Deborah Dietrick; 
great-nephews, Christopher Holm (Ashley), Andrew Holm (Anne), Scott 
Holm (Susan) and Chad Rhoads; as well as many great-great nieces, 
nephews, other family members and countless friends. Both her family 
and the community as a whole will remember Peggy for her unforgettable 
charm, utter kindness and commitment to service.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to have the opportunity to recognize the 
life of Mrs. Peggy Dietrick.

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