[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 16]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 22861]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO BOB AHRENS

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 25, 2008

  Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize the retirement of a 
local Ogden, Iowa mechanic, Bob Ahrens and to express my appreciation 
for his dedication and commitment to his community.
  For 41 years, Bob has been fixing cars for his friends, neighbors and 
strangers in the Ogden area. He is known for doing quality car repairs 
without costing a fortune to his customers. He also has performed many 
jobs on cars where he did not bother to collect the money owed to him. 
His long-time business has been a staple holding the community's 
transportation needs together, and his services will be greatly missed.
  Bob Ahrens selfless, hardworking Iowa mentality has set a lasting 
standard for the people of the Ogden community. I know that my 
colleagues in the United States Congress join me in commending Bob 
Ahrens for his service. I consider it an honor to represent Bob in 
Congress, and I wish him a long, happy and healthy retirement.

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