[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 89 (Tuesday, May 12, 2020)]
[Senate]
[Page S2375]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             TRIBUTE TO LOLETA MARIE ``LETA'' RECORD TANNER

  Mr. ENZI. Madam President, I would like to say a few words to send 
best wishes to a good friend of mine on her next adventure, LoLeta 
Marie ``Leta'' Record Tanner. I recently learned that Leta will be 
moving to Texas from our great State of Wyoming to live with her son. 
While I am overjoyed that she can be with her family, I am deeply 
saddened that Wyoming will no longer be the physical home to such a 
dedicated, strong, and loving person.
  Leta was born in Gillette, WY, in 1930. She graduated from Campbell 
County High School and then traveled to Denver, where she graduated 
from a small community college. A dedicated public servant and 
Wyomingite through and through, Leta served for more than 15 years in 
the Campbell County Assessor's office and district court and 12 years 
as a member of the Gillette City Council. She also worked for former 
Wyoming Senator Al Simpson for 10 years, both in his northeast State 
office and in Washington, DC.
  While her political career alone is impressive, Leta was always 
involved and giving her time to Wyoming. Leta is a dedicated member of 
the ranching community and the community at large as a member of 
Campbell County Cattle Women, Campbell County Wool Growers Auxiliary, 
and a member of Women in Business, just to name a few. She loved 
nothing more than working on the ranch with her family, and has worked 
tirelessly to support the next generation in agriculture.
  In 2002, Leta was the Campbell County Woman of distinction. She has 
done many wonderful things for the Gillette community and the State of 
Wyoming. She has been a generous supporter of family-oriented 
performance at the Cam-Plex Heritage Center in Gillette since 1996. In 
2013, her donation to Gillette College in support of their Agriculture 
Education Center and Rodeo complex made it a reality. This state of the 
art facility features an indoor rodeo practice area, classroom, lab, 
and 20-stall loafing sheds. It is quite possible that, without Leta's 
support, this world-class facility and many other projects would not 
have come to fruition. The dorms at Gillette College will forever bear 
the name Tanner Village. Her willingness to help the community grow and 
thrive will never be forgotten.
  I am reminded of a few words my mother taught me: ``Do what's right. 
Do what's best. Treat others as you'd wish to be treated.'' Leta 
certainly embodied these principles and will continue to do so. 
Although she will be leaving our great State, Leta's legacy will live 
on and continue to be an example of just what is possible for 
Wyomingites of all ages.
  Leta, thank you for your years of tireless service to Wyoming. Diana 
joins me in sending our best wishes to you and your family. Stay in 
touch. Wyoming will always be your home. Thank you and God bless.

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