[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 9]
[House]
[Pages 12909-12910]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                     TRIBUTE TO PEARL REX-HARTZELL

  (Mr. CHAFFETZ asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. CHAFFETZ. Mr. Speaker, I come before the House to pay special 
tribute to Pearl Rex-Hartzell, who passed away recently.
  Pearl's life was dedicated to serving others. She said once, ``As 
long as I live I have to serve.'' Living up to her motto of service, 
she could be found constantly smiling, dancing and participating in 
numerous organizations.

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Pearl believed that ``we can't just sit back and enjoy freedom. We must 
work to preserve it.'' This remarkable woman had a deep love of God, 
country, and family, and she selflessly dedicated her life to helping 
all those in need.
  Pearl represents the reality that a single person can make a positive 
difference in the lives of those around her by smiling, serving and 
standing by their principles.
  It is appropriate that we honor her accomplishments, her example and 
her lifelong dedication to community service. I wish nothing but the 
best to her family and hope they feel the deep gratitude of Utah and 
truly remember this remarkable woman. She has served our community 
well, and we will miss her.

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