[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 146 (Thursday, September 19, 2024)]
[House]
[Pages H5457-H5458]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING TOM DELL OF DELL BROTHERS

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Indiana (Mr. Pence) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. PENCE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Tom Dell, who, 
with his retirement, will close Dell Brothers, a store in my hometown 
of Columbus, Indiana.
  I am proud to say that Pence family members have been loyal customers 
for half a century.
  Dell Brothers has been at the same location downtown since 1916, 
where it was originally opened by Tom's grandfather. It was passed down 
to his father and uncle and then to Tom and his late brother, Mike.
  The store has been an institution throughout my life, and I am sorry 
to see it close. I thank Tom for his work and wish him the best in his 
retirement.


          Recognizing Jeff Cardwell for His Service to Indiana

  Mr. PENCE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jeff Cardwell, 
who has faithfully served our State for many years.
  Jeff has become a dear friend of the Pence family, serving as a 
trusted adviser for my brother, Mike, when he was Governor of the State 
of Indiana and as I have been here in Congress.
  A graduate of Indiana Wesleyan University, Jeff gave back to his 
community as a member of the Indianapolis City-County Council for 4 
years and later served as chairman of the Indiana Republican Party.
  Throughout everything, Jeff has shown his passion for helping others, 
making at least one mission trip to El Salvador every year for decades.
  We are blessed to have Jeff in our lives.


          Recognizing Grace Nuhfer on Paralympic Silver Medal

  Mr. PENCE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Greenwood native 
Grace Nuhfer, who recently won the silver medal for the 100-meter 
butterfly in the 2024 Summer Paralympics.
  Grace has brittle cornea syndrome and swims under the S13 
classification, the least severe vision impairment.
  Grace represented the United States in the 2023 Parapan American 
Games in Chile, winning silver for the 50-meter freestyle. She is also 
a three-time State qualifier during her time at Greenwood High School, 
and she now attends University of Akron.
  Madam Speaker, Grace has made her State and country proud, and it is 
an honor to recognize her massive achievements.


                  Honoring the Life of Frank Thompson

  Mr. PENCE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Frank 
Thompson, who passed away in July at the age of 84.
  Frank never met a stranger and was dedicated to his family, friends, 
and community. He prioritized economic development throughout his 
career, serving Franklin County, Batesville, Greensburg, and eventually 
serving on the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce.
  However, his favorite job was as grand ambassador at the Horseshoe 
Indianapolis in Shelbyville, furthering community outreach and public 
relations.
  We will miss his joy, dedication, and fun political facts, which he 
never forgot to share.
  Madam Speaker, my thoughts and prayers are with his family--my 
friend, Senator Jean Leising, and their children, Sharon, Jill, 
Jennifer, and Jeffrey.

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                   Recognizing Governor Eric Holcomb

  Mr. PENCE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Governor Eric 
Holcomb, who has served as Governor of Indiana since 2017. An 
Indianapolis native and Hanover College graduate, Governor Holcomb is a 
lifelong Hoosier.
  After serving in the U.S. Navy for 6 years, he turned to politics, 
working for Indiana on staff in the house and the senate and as well as 
for former Governor Mitch Daniels.
  Over his two terms in office, Governor Holcomb has worked to 
strengthen our economy, infrastructure, education system, and public 
health.
  Under his leadership, we finally completed I-69. This success came 
from the work of a generation of Hoosier leadership, and Governor 
Holcomb got it over the finish line.
  Today, I am glad to recognize his legacy and thank him for his work 
in Indiana.


             Recognizing Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch

  Mr. PENCE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Lieutenant 
Governor Suzanne Crouch for a lifetime of service to Indiana.
  A Purdue graduate, she began her political career as a Vanderburgh 
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auditor and later was elected to the Vanderburgh County board of 
commissioners.
  She moved into statewide politics, serving as an Indiana State 
representative, Indiana State auditor, and now as our Lieutenant 
Governor.
  Lieutenant Governor Crouch has prioritized mental health throughout 
her tenure and is co-chair of the Indiana Mental Health Roundtable and 
chair of the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Task Force.
  I am grateful for all Lieutenant Governor Crouch has done for the 
State of Indiana, and I am even more proud to call her our family 
friend.

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