[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 21]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 29291]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO VERNA TOWNE

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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 woman from my district. Verna Towne from Mancos, Colorado 
was recently named ``Citizen of the Year'' for the Mancos Valley. I am 
proud to call her contributions to the attention of this body of 
Congress and this nation today.
  The charitable acts that culminated in Verna's recognition as 
``Citizen of the Year'' are too numerous to list. She is an active 
member of the VFW and Lioness clubs, volunteers her time at the Mancos 
Senior Center, and is instrumental in the organization of the USDA 
Commodity Give-Away. Although she donates her time in many ways, Verna 
is best known for her excellent cooking. She often serves meals at a 
church breakfast club for teens, the Good Samaritan Center, and 9 
Health Fairs as well.
  Verna always extends a hand to those in need. She can often be seen 
shoveling snow from a friend's driveway, or delivering food to those in 
need of a home-cooked meal. Verna's dedication can best be described as 
tireless altruism and her hard work on behalf of others often extends 
late into the night. Verna is truly a compassionate and loving woman 
and Mancos is lucky to have her.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to pay tribute to Verna Towne. Verna's 
selfless dedication to serving others is a shining example to all 
Americans. The many charitable events Verna has supported over the 
years are a testament to her vibrant and altruistic spirit. On behalf 
of the countless people she has helped, and a grateful nation, I would 
like to thank Verna for all she has done, and congratulate her on the 
receipt of a well-deserved award.

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