[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 82 (Thursday, May 15, 2025)]
[House]
[Pages H2056-H2057]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
CELEBRATING INCREDIBLE LIVES OF GUAM'S CENTENARIANS
(Mr. Moylan of Guam was recognized to address the House for 5
minutes.)
Mr. MOYLAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize three
extraordinary individuals from Guam who were honored today at the 2025
Guam Centenarian celebration: Ms. Victorina Dulay Robeniol, Mr. Frank
Manangan, and Ms. Cerafina Fejeran.
Each of these individuals has reached or surpassed 100 years of age.
This is a remarkable milestone on its own; but more than longevity,
they represent a generation whose lives were shaped by some of the most
defining moments in our island's history, including World War II.
As we approach Guam's 81st Liberation Day this July, we are reminded
of the resilience, determination, and strength of those who endured the
occupation of Guam during World War II and witnessed the delivery of
freedom to our people in 1944. The centenarians lived through those
difficult years and helped rebuild our island in the decades that
followed.
Their lives are a testament to the enduring spirit of the people of
Guam.
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They remind us that our history is not only told in books or monuments,
but also in the lives, hearts, and experiences of those who were there.
They embody everything that is great about Guam, and we celebrate the
incredible lives they lived.
I extend my warmest congratulations and deepest respect from this
Chamber. On behalf of the people of Guam and the United States
Congress, I thank Ms. Robeniol, Mr. Manangan, and Ms. Fejeran for their
strength, their wisdom, and the example they continue to set for us
all.
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