[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 11]
[House]
[Page 15582]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




         RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF KIM HOLMES OF DAYTON, OHIO

  (Mr. TURNER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. TURNER. Mr. Speaker, I am here today to recognize the service of 
Kim Holmes as she retires from over 32 years of combined constituent 
services to the citizens of Ohio.
  Kim Holmes joined my Dayton office in July of 2007 as a caseworker. 
She began working for me after the retirement of her former boss, 
Congressman Mike Oxley. Since 2007, Kim has helped thousands of people 
on my constituent services team. Those numbers increase exponentially 
when you factor in 23 years of service in Congressman Oxley's office.
  Kim's direct, persistent, and dedicated work has helped make a 
difference in the lives of Ohioans in several of the counties in Ohio: 
Montgomery, Greene, Fayette, Allen, Auglaize, Champaign, Hancock, 
Hardin, Logan, Marion, Morrow, Richland, Shelby, and part of Wyandot.
  Kim expeditiously resolved problems across multiple issues from 
veterans, Social Security, Medicare, and immigration by developing a 
strong and long-lasting relationship with fellow agencies.
  I made the point to stop by her office every day I saw her and 
thanked her for being there. In the words of her constituents, it is 
probably best reported as to her impact. They have said:
  ``I don't know what I would have done without you.''
  ``I will never forget your kindness.''
  ``We deeply appreciate your attention to our claim.''
  ``We cannot express our gratitude to you enough.''
  ``I appreciate your help more than words can express.''
  ``There are still good people in this world who still care and want 
to help. You are one of those.''
  On behalf of your coworkers and the countless constituents you have 
assisted, your knowledge, compassion, and efficiency will be sorely 
missed. Thank you for representing my office in the highest standards. 
I hope that you enjoy your retirement with your grown children, Jason 
and Tori, as well as your grandson, Luke.
  I wish you all the best.

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