[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 148 (Friday, August 21, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E774]
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              IN CELEBRATION OF DEDE ABTS' 100TH BIRTHDAY

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                            HON. GREG PENCE

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, August 21, 2020

  Mr. PENCE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a mother, friend and 
fellow Hoosier, Virginia ``Dede'' Abts, who will be celebrating her 
100th birthday on August 20, 2020.
  After graduating from Indiana University in 1942 with a degree in 
Spanish, Dede became a cultural asset in my hometown community of 
Columbus, Indiana.
  Dede is a true philanthropist and a pillar of the community. As the 
co-founder of Uncommon Cause, Dede inspires hope in others while 
supporting the Columbus Area Arts Council.
  Columbus is a better place to live because of the work that Dede has 
done throughout her life. I am proud to join the Columbus community in 
recognizing Dede's accomplishments and I wish her many more healthy 
years.
  Happy 100th Birthday, Dede.

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