[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 12496]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




RECOGNIZING LOUISE BOTZEK FOR EXTRAORDINARY SERVICE AT THE ST. CLOUD VA 
                             MEDICAL CENTER

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                         HON. MICHELE BACHMANN

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 12, 2008

  Mrs. BACHMANN. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor one of my constituents, 
a true community servant, Ms. Louise Botzek.
  Ms. Botzek has volunteered at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center for 
over 30 years, totaling more than 5,000 hours of service. As a wife and 
sister of men who served in our Nation's armed forces, Ms. Botzek has 
made it a priority to give her time to those who have fought to protect 
our Nation's freedom.
  While at the VA Medical Center, Ms. Botzek plays card games with the 
patients and transports them to medical appointments and chapel 
services. Her dedication to service has made a difference in the lives 
of many treated at the Center. A simple task like taking someone 
outside to enjoy the weather makes a world of difference to these 
veterans.
  Our Nation's heroes sacrificed their comforts and safety so that 
Americans can enjoy their continued freedoms. For their great efforts, 
veterans deserve much from the American people. It's efforts like those 
of Ms. Botzek that truly show our appreciation for these heroes.
  Madam Speaker, it is my honor to recognize and congratulate Ms. 
Louise Botzek for her exemplary service to our Nation's heroes. The 
time that she has sacrificed to serve the military men and women of our 
great state of Minnesota will not be forgotten.

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