[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 21]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 29289]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                          TRIBUTE TO AL KELLY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 17, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to rise and pay tribute to a 
remarkable man from my district. Alfred E. Kelly from Alamosa, 
Colorado. He has dedicated his life to the betterment of others, and I 
am proud to call his contributions to this body of Congress.
  Al has been the Director of the San Luis Valley Health Education 
Center for the last 25 years. His tenure in this position has been 
defined by his brilliance and unwavering dedication. Over the past 
quarter century, Al has been instrumental in the creation and 
administration of numerous charitable organizations, including the Tu 
Casa battered women's program, Hospice De Valle, and the Casa de Oro 
Center.
  Al is also a founding member of the Valley Community Fund, an 
organization that assists 31 non-profit organizations in their fund 
raising efforts. He has also spearheaded numerous community programs 
for the benefit of low-income students, senior citizens and patients.
  Despite his steadfast dedication to those in need, Al is a loving and 
devoted father, husband and friend. His engaging personality, integrity 
and conviction result in Al having a positive impact on everyone he 
meets. Scores of people throughout the San Luis Valley and our State 
have had their lives enhanced as the result of their interactions with 
Al.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to pay tribute to Al Kelly. Al's selfless 
dedication to serving those in need is a shining example to all 
Americans. The many charitable organizations that Al has supported are 
a testament to his altruistic spirit. On behalf of the countless people 
he has helped, and a grateful Nation, I would like to thank Al for all 
that he has done.

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