[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 17596]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                  IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF ANN BROZ

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 15, 2010

  Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor of Ann Broz, as we 
join with her in celebration of her 108th birthday on October 7, 2010.
  Mrs. Broz was born in Homestead, PA on October 7, 1902. Her life 
changed abruptly at the age of eight when her mother died unexpectedly. 
Soon thereafter, her father moved with her to Cleveland, Ohio in search 
of work and a new beginning. She gradually adjusted to her new 
community and made close friends in school. She was a diligent, 
energetic student, and her natural curiosity about life never faded.
  After high school, she began working at the Federal Reserve Bank in 
downtown Cleveland. In 1921, she met and married the love of her life, 
Frank Broz. Together, they settled in Fairview Park, where they raised 
their daughters, Ellyn and Patricia. Though her beloved Frank died many 
years ago, she has kept his memory alive through stories, photos and 
through her family, which includes five grandchildren and seven great-
grandchildren.
  Mrs. Broz is known for her great sense of humor, great energy, 
positive attitude and willingness to help others whenever needed. She 
is self-educated, an avid reader, and her passion for learning is as 
bright as ever. She is an avid gardener and a longtime member and 
viewer of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Moreover, it is Mrs. 
Broz' kindness of heart, inner light and warm smile that continues to 
frame her life. She loves children and animals, and they are always 
quickly drawn to her. She is a lifelong civic leader who was often 
found volunteering at PTA meetings or at the Fairview Park Women's 
Club.
  Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor and celebration 
of Ann Broz, as we celebrate her 108th birthday. Her kindness, joy for 
living, unshakable faith and unwavering belief in the goodness of life 
and humanity inspires our community.

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