[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 89 (Wednesday, May 22, 2024)]
[House]
[Pages H3410-H3411]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   REMEMBERING U.S. AIR FORCE LIEUTENANT GENERAL EUGENE D. SANTARELLI

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Arizona (Mr. Ciscomani) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. CISCOMANI. Madam Speaker, I rise today to remember U.S. Air Force 
Lieutenant General Eugene D. Santarelli, who passed away on September 
21, 2023, at 79 years old.
  Lieutenant General Santarelli was a highly decorated three-star 
general who commenced his military career following his graduation from 
the University of Notre Dame in 1966.
  A remarkable pilot, instructor, and mentor, he was qualified in and 
flew a dozen different aircraft types. Over the course of his career, 
he accumulated approximately 3,600 flying hours, including 901 combat 
hours.
  He commanded a numbered air force, an air division, and three flying 
wings in his 32-year career. General Santarelli is survived by his 
spouse, Kay Santarelli; sister, Paula Anthony; and brother, Francis.
  His dedication and service to our country did not go unnoticed. 
During his lifetime, he was awarded the Legion of Merit, Distinguished 
Flying Cross with Valor, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medals, Aerial 
Achievement Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, and Combat Readiness 
Medal.
  General Santarelli was at his best when teaching, mentoring, or 
leading through his own example. In the hearts of the Tucson community 
and AZ-06, Lieutenant General Santarelli remains a true hero. We extend 
our gratitude for his dedicated service and are eternally thankful for 
all his contributions.


    Congratulating the University of Arizona's Wildcats for PAC-12 
                        Conference Championship

  Mr. CISCOMANI. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the 
University of Arizona baseball team for clinching the PAC-12 conference 
championship after defeating Oregon State.
  The Wildcats lost their first two games and were in a must-win game 
on Saturday night. In Arizona fashion, they had a walk-off double, 
scoring two runs and winning the game, 4-3.
  Head Coach Chip Hale has a current season record of 33 wins and 20 
losses and conference record of 20 wins, 10 losses. He is the first 
coach in conference history to be named PAC-12 Player and Coach of the 
Year.

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  I met Coach Hale a year ago at Hi-Corbett Field and know that he will 
continue to do great things for this program.

  As a former Wildcat, I know he has what it takes to take this team to 
the college world series.
  Lastly, I recognize Dawson Netz, a former intern in my Tucson 
district office, who is a team captain and pitcher. He was voted PAC-12 
Preseason All-Conference player and is currently eight games away from 
being the all-time leader in appearances for Arizona baseball. I am 
excited to see what the future holds for these athletes and wish them 
good luck in the PAC-12 tournament. Bear down.


          Honoring Talented Art Students from Cochise College

  Mr. CISCOMANI. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize a 
group of talented Cochise College art students for the mural they 
painted in the city of Sierra Vista.
  The mural depicts the beauty of the San Pedro River and the wildlife 
in Cochise County, serving as a reminder of our connection to nature 
and the need to steward it wisely.
  Through its Neighborhood Partnership Initiative Grant program, the 
city of Sierra Vista provides funding for projects like the mural and 
inspires community members to help beautify the city. The mural, which 
wraps around the Oscar Yrun Community Center, is a passion project of 
Cochise College art instructor JenMarie Zeleznak and her students and 
is a testament to the creativity of our Sierra Vista community.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank Ms. Zeleznak and her students for their work and 
for making Sierra Vista an even more beautiful city.

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