[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 9380]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




      RECOGNIZING THE FIFTEENTH ANNUAL PLATTSBURGH RELAY FOR LIFE

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                         HON. WILLIAM L. OWENS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 19, 2012

  Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the fifteenth 
annual Plattsburgh Relay for Life.
  This event has not only strived for years to raise money and 
awareness in an effort to eradicate cancer, but it serves as a tribute 
to all those who have bravely fought this tragic disease.
  This annual event honors the courageous efforts these individuals 
have demonstrated in their fight for life and remembers those that have 
lost the battle. Tonight we especially remember our dear friend, Marie 
Guay, who lost her brave fight with cancer last year. As the former 
Relay for Life Survivor Chair, Marie devoted countless hours ensuring 
that cancer survivors were honored and celebrated. So tonight we 
remember all of her efforts and together honor her memory.
  With gratitude, we acknowledge the work of the entire Relay for Life 
committee and its participants. I commend each and every one of you for 
keeping the valiant struggle of these individuals in all our memories 
and working to ensure that more people survive cancer and are able to 
celebrate another birthday.

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