[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 153 (Thursday, September 22, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E973]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING SILVIA MARTINEZ DE TAFOLLA

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                          HON. J. LUIS CORREA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 22, 2022

  Mr. CORREA. Madam Speaker, I rise today and honor Silvia Martinez de 
Tafolla, a constituent I am immensely proud of, and celebrating her 
82nd birthday. Silvia was born to Jose Martinez Valades and Carment 
Martinez Solorzano in Irapuato Guanajuato, Mexico on May 4, 1940. She 
studied in Mexico for the occupation of Secretary.
  At the age of 24 Silvia married a hardworking and responsible 
gentleman named Miguel Vargas Tafolla. Their union brought 2 wonderful 
children, Silvita and Miguel Angel who are her reason for living and 
source of unconditional support.
  After 14 years of marriage, the family was separated 2 years, as 
Miguel immigrated to the United States, while the family stayed behind 
in Mexico. Silvia and her daughter then immigrated to the United States 
through a difficult and dangerous journey, leaving her youngest son 
behind in Mexico. All the family was final reunited in Anaheim, 
California. Silvia and her family have made Anaheim their home for the 
past 40 years. Silvia worked as a sales representative. After 55 years 
of marriage, Silvia's husband Miguel passed away, and with the love for 
her children she has been able to carry on.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Silvia Martinez de 
Tafolla, her ability to persevere to reach the American Dream and 
celebrate her 82nd birthday.

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