[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 8 (Wednesday, January 12, 2022)]
[House]
[Page H49]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             COMMEMORATING THE LIFE OF DR. ANTHONY ORTEGON

  (Mrs. BOEBERT asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. BOEBERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to commemorate the life of Dr. 
Anthony Ortegon of Pueblo, Colorado.
  Dr. Ortegon and his amazing, strong, powerful wife, Vera, realized 
their American Dream early on. He will be remembered by those he loved 
as a God-fearing, country-loving, family man who was defined by his 
strong work ethic and love for helping others.
  Dr. Ortegon was born in Bogota, Colombia, and made a courageous move 
to America, determined to create a better life for himself and his 
family. He finished college in 2\1/2\ years and attended the University 
of Miami's medical school to begin his passion for medicine and his 
patients, whom he loved. His work ethic was guided by his faith in God, 
and he trusted that he could build a life for himself in America.
  He served the community of Pueblo for over 40 years, providing care 
to thousands of southern Coloradans through his medical practice, and 
he owned several small businesses. His spirit will live on through his 
strong wife, Vera; his sons, Anthony and Arthur; his four 
grandchildren; and through his impact on the community as a constant 
reminder of the potential of the American Dream.

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