E1174 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks August 24, 2018 Robert Wege of Council Bluffs, Iowa on the serve. Led by long-time CEO and President gree in Business Administration. He attended very special occasion of their 70th wedding Georgia Fojtasek, Henry Ford Allegiance the School of Police Supervision at the South- anniversary. They were married on July 25, Health continues to build upon a rich history western Law Enforcement Institute, the Com- 1948 at Christ Lutheran Church in Norfolk, Ne- that has spanned a full century. mand Management School, and the 197th braska. I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Session of the National FBI Academy in Mary Ann and Robert’s lifelong commitment Henry Ford Allegiance Health’s tradition of Quantico, Virginia. Chief Kerbow holds a Mas- to each other and their family truly embodies health care excellence as it celebrates its ter Peace Officers License and is the regional Iowa values. As they reflect on their 70th anni- 100th anniversary. director for Region 8 of the Texas Police versary, I hope it is filled with happy memo- f Chiefs Association. ries. May their commitment grow even strong- Outside of his law enforcement career, er, as they continue to love, cherish, and CELEBRATING IMPROVEMENTS AT Chief Kerbow actively serves or has served on honor one another for many years to come. THE NORTH COUNTRY FAMILY a number of North Texas non-profit organiza- Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple HEALTH CENTER tions’ boards such as CASA of Denton Coun- on their 70th year together and I wish them ty, the Heroes of Denton County, Lewisville many more. I ask that my colleagues in the HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK ISD Education Foundation, and Lewisville Ro- United States House of Representatives join OF NEW YORK tary. me in congratulating them on this momentous IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Chief Kerbow has devoted more than four occasion. decades to protecting and serving his neigh- Friday, August 24, 2018 f bors, putting strangers’ safety above his own. Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to He has made significant contributions to the RECOGNIZING THE 100TH ANNIVER- celebrate completed renovations at the North Lewisville Police Department and our North SARY OF HENRY FORD ALLE- Country Family Health Center (NCFHC). Texas community. I am deeply grateful for GIANCE HEALTH The North Country Family Health Center is Chief Kerbow’s service to the City of a Federally Qualified Health Center that re- Lewisville, and wish him the best in his retire- HON. TIM WALBERG ceives support from the federal government ment. OF MICHIGAN and provides healthcare to the underserved. f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES NCFHC has a proud track record of wel- coming all patients, whether they be privately TRIBUTE TO CAROLYN AND Friday, August 24, 2018 covered, publicly covered, or uninsured, and RICHARD GROVES Mr. WALBERG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in providing those individuals all with patient-cen- recognition of the 100th anniversary of Henry tered, personalized care. HON. DAVID YOUNG Ford Allegiance Health in Jackson, Michigan. In May of 2016, NCFHC received a $1 mil- OF IOWA Henry Ford Allegiance Health has a remark- lion award from the U.S. Department of Health IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES able history that began in 1918 when Mrs. Ida and Human Services through the Health Infra- Friday, August 24, 2018 Foote donated the land for W.A. Foote Memo- structure Investment Program. With these Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise rial Hospital in honor of her late husband, funds, NCFHC undertook a two-year renova- today to recognize and honor Carolyn and W.A. Foote. Foote Hospital, the name that life- tion project, resulting in important improve- Richard Groves of Massena, Iowa on the very long Jackson residents often still use to refer ments to its main location in Watertown, New special occasion of their 60th wedding anni- to their local hospital, merged with Mercy Hos- York. This facility now has a new front lobby, versary. pital in 1975. In 1983, the two facilities com- a revamped WIC Program station, and new Carolyn and Richard’s lifelong commitment bined and moved to the hospital’s present lo- pediatric and medical exam rooms to improve to each other and their family truly embodies cation, adjacent to the original Foote Hospital the patient experience. Iowa values. As they reflect on their 60th anni- building. In July of 2008, the system was re- On behalf of New York’s 21st District, I want versary, I hope it is filled with happy memo- named Allegiance Health System, and in to thank the North Country Family Health Cen- ries. May their commitment grow even strong- 2016, Allegiance Health System joined forces ter for its dedication to providing its patients er, as they continue to love, cherish, and with the Henry Ford Health System to create with high quality care. This award is well de- Henry Ford Allegiance Health. honor one another for many years to come. served, and I look forward to seeing patients Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple This long-standing community institution has benefit from these renovations for many years continued to expand as it has faithfully served on their 60th year together and I wish them to come. many more. I ask that my colleagues in the the community of Jackson and beyond. Henry f Ford Allegiance Health seeks to fulfill its mis- United States House of Representatives join sion to ‘‘lead our community to better health IN RECOGNITION OF CHIEF OF me in congratulating them on this momentous and well-being at every stage of life.’’ The POLICE RUSS KERBOW occasion. 475-bed health system provides a full range of f inpatient and outpatient services, including a HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS CELEBRATING CLAUDE AND MARY unique 20-bed cardiac universal bed unit, an OF TEXAS RENSHAW ON THEIR 50TH WED- outpatient surgery center, a state-of-the-art IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DING ANNIVERSARY cancer center, a Level II Trauma Center, a Friday, August 24, 2018 short-term acute care facility, a residential HON. JACKIE WALORSKI hospice facility, a Center for Health Innovation Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF INDIANA and Education, numerous preventive and well- recognize the exemplary work of Chief of Po- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES being programs, and services that target the lice Russ Kerbow of the Lewisville Police De- underserved. As a teaching hospital, Henry partment. Friday, August 24, 2018 Ford Allegiance Health is uniquely positioned Chief Kerbow recently retired from the Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to train residents who will serve the next gen- Lewisville Police Department after spending to recognize Claude and Mary Renshaw of eration. more than 40 years serving his hometown. He South Bend on their 50th wedding anniver- Henry Ford Allegiance Health is also nation- began his career in 1977 as a Reserve Officer sary. ally recognized for quality and patient safety. before rising through the ranks in various After marrying in 1968 and moving to north- It has earned many awards and distinctions areas of the department. Nearly thirty years ern Indiana in 1977, they built a beautiful life such as the Foster G. McGaw Prize, the Ever- later, in May 2007, he was appointed Chief of for their family full of love, laughter, and strong est Award for National Benchmarks, and the Police. Hoosier values. Fifty years of marriage is a CareChex Patient Safety & Medical Excel- As a North Texas leader in law enforce- marvelous accomplishment that speaks vol- lence Award, as well as being named multiple ment, Chief Kerbow is well respected by his umes to the compassion and the tremendous times as one of Thomson Reuters 100 Top colleagues and the residents of Lewisville, foundation of respect and gratitude they share Hospitals. Texas. with one another. The present staff of more than 400 physi- Before joining the Lewisville Police Depart- Their lasting commitment not only to each cians and 3,700 staff members are committed ment, Chief Kerbow graduated from the Uni- other but also to their daughters and grand- to providing quality care for those that they versity of North Texas with a bachelor’s de- daughter is a shining example of devotion and

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Steve delivered a first-class ex- On behalf of 2nd District Hoosiers, it is my perience to conference center guests while honor to celebrate Claude and Mary on their HON. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM also building lasting relationships within the golden anniversary and to help them ring in OF NEW MEXICO local community. this milestone. I would like to extend my sin- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Steve also served as the Chairman of the Board for the Lake Arrowhead Chamber of cerest congratulations to Claude, Mary, and Friday, August 24, 2018 their entire family. It is my hope that their love Commerce and was active with the local Ro- continues to grow stronger with each passing Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of New tary Club. His dedication to our local mountain year. Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ms. community was unparalleled. However, I know f Shelley Unser, who passed away last week at that he will excel in his newest pursuit. On be- the age of 59. Shelley was one of our commu- half of the U.S. House of Representatives, I HONORING THE 2018 nity’s most prominent philanthropists who thank him for his many years of service to the TUNKHANNOCK TIGERS SOFT- touched the lives of countless individuals with constituents of the 8th Congressional District BALL TEAM her warmth and generosity. of California. Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, Shel- f HON. LOU BARLETTA ley moved to New Mexico in the 1980s and RECOGNIZING AND COMMENDING OF PENNSYLVANIA raised her children there, quickly becoming a ROY ABRAHAM ON HIS RETIRE- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fixture in the Albuquerque community. When one of her children, Cody, became paralyzed MENT FROM THE GUAM HOTEL Friday, August 24, 2018 from Transverse Myelitis, Shelley established AND TOURISM INDUSTRY Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, I would like to the Cody Unser First Step Foundation to fund recognize the Tunkhannock Tigers Little research, public awareness campaigns, and HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO League Softball Team for their outstanding other assistance for people suffering from spi- OF GUAM performance in the 2018 Little League Softball nal cord-related paralysis. One of the many IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES World Series. ways the foundation helps people suffering Friday, August 24, 2018 The Tunkhannock Tigers had an impressive from paralysis is by giving them access to run in this year’ s tournament. They were the scuba diving. A passionate diver herself, Shel- Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today No. 1 seed in the quarterfinal game and ulti- ley established Cody’s Great Scuba Adven- to commend and thank Roy Abraham for his mately advanced to the championship, where ture, which allows paralyzed individuals to go years of service and contributions to Guam’s they fought hard but suffered a loss to a team on diving excursions as a therapeutic tool. tourism industry. Roy graduated from Madras from Wheelersburg, Ohio. Throughout the en- In addition to her work with the foundation, Christian College in 1977 and began his ca- tire series, they showed an impressive level of Shelley was also an active member of the reer shortly after. Roy has worked in the hotel poise and determination. IndyCar community, hosting segments for var- industry since 1978 as a management trainee These exceptional athletes serve as an ex- ious television networks. She also volunteered with Marriott hotels in Kuwait. Roy opened ample for not only aspiring female athletes, extensively with the Championship Auto Rac- four hotels for Marriott over the span of 35 but for all Pennsylvania youths. Their talent ing Auxiliary, a philanthropic group associated years. He served in six countries with Marriot and dedication are a great source of pride for with the racing circuit. International, and was eventually brought to the community and state at large, as they Mr. Speaker, I want to express my sincere Guam. Most recently, Roy worked as the Di- were the only team from Pennsylvania in the condolences to all of Shelley’s loved ones in- rector of Operations with the Guam Marriott tournament. I am honored to represent the cluding her children, Al, Cody, Shannon, and Resort and Spa from 2010 to 2014, and then Tunkhannock Tigers. I know these young Joey, as well as her brother, Scott. I hope as General Director of Pacific Star Resort and women have bright futures ahead of them and they are comforted by cherished memories of Spa from 2014 to 2018. will go on to accomplish great things. Shelley and by the fact that so many in our Roy has been a pillar of Guam’s tourism in- Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing community mourn her loss and celebrate her dustry since coming to Guam in 2010. He has the Tunkhannock Tigers Little League Softball life with them. served the island as an active supporter of the Team and congratulating these athletes on f Guam Visitors Bureau. Roy has contributed their hard fought second place finish in the his wealth of knowledge of the tourism indus- 2018 Little League Softball World Series. STEVEN CALOCA MOVES ON FROM try through fruitful discussion and direction on THE UCLA LAKE ARROWHEAD f several marketing committees of the Guam CONFERENCE CENTER Visitors Bureau. He was most recently the TRIBUTE TO JO AND DELMAR Vice Chairman for the Russia and Greater SOUTH HON. PAUL COOK Markets committee. OF CALIFORNIA Roy has supported the Guam Visitors Bu- HON. DAVID YOUNG IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES reau’s mission by participating in travel trade and consumer shows and key partnerships. OF IOWA Friday, August 24, 2018 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES He’s used his talents as a photographer to Mr. COOK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- capture images of the island and promote Friday, August 24, 2018 ognize the extraordinary contributions and im- Guam as a travel blogger. Roy gave his time Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise pact of Steve Caloca, Director of the Univer- freely as a trainer for the Pacific Asia Travel today to recognize and honor Jo and Delmar sity of California, Los Angeles Lake Arrow- Association Micronesia Chapter. He provided South of Cumberland, Iowa on the very spe- head Conference Center. After a decade of training in hospitality and customer service to cial occasion of their 50th wedding anniver- service at the center, Steve will resign his po- residents of Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Palau to im- sary. They were married on July 7, 1968. sition to take on a new role as the Executive prove the tourism offerings of the islands. Ad- Jo and Delmar’s lifelong commitment to Director of Food Services and Events at War- ditionally, Roy has also supported those who each other and their family truly embodies ner Brothers Entertainment. have served our country by hosting World War Iowa values. As they reflect on their 50th anni- Since Steve joined the UCLA Conference II veterans and liberators of the island of versary, I hope it is filled with happy memo- Center in 2008, Steve has overseen numerous Guam for the last three years. Roy has made ries. May their commitment grow even strong- renovations, improvements, and expansions at countless positive contributions to the develop- er, as they continue to love, cherish, and the facility. He leaves behind a legacy of vi- ment and sustainability of Guam’s tourism in- honor one another for many years to come. sion and leadership that resulted in the em- dustry. Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple ployment of hundreds of local mountain resi- I join the people of Guam in thanking Roy on their 50th year together and I wish them dents, and he was instrumental in providing for his outstanding service to the people of many more. I ask that my colleagues in the higher education opportunities for students Guam. I extend a sincere gratitude (Si Yu’os

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