April 10, 2008 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 154, Pt. 4 5825 Israel and to those principles necessary to In 1972, Jeanne and her family moved to Ft. I offer our best wishes for a joyfully memo- guarantee the success of the Arab-Israeli Collins. There she and her husband started rable anniversary celebration as well as good peace process. their own business, Alpine Manufacturing, Inc., health and much happiness for many years to f in their basement, with all the kids helping out. come. As one of just a few scientists serving That business grew over the years, providing in the House, apparently our colleague has TRIBUTE TO CUMMINS ENGINE employment for some 70 employees, manu- found the formula for lifelong happiness. May FOR PRODUCTION OF MILLIONTH facturing tools, dies, and molds, and providing God continue to bless VERN and Jo, and I ENGINE production machinery. Jeanne held the cor- know that they will continue to be a blessing porate office of secretary-treasurer, as well as to their family, and to their many friends and HON. BRIAN HIGGINS co-owner. colleagues. OF NEW YORK Through the family business, Jeanne be- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES came a member of the Chamber of Com- RECOGNIZING APRIL AS NATIONAL Thursday, April 10, 2008 merce, the National Federation of Independent Business, and the Governor’s Small Business AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH Mr. HIGGINS. Madam Speaker, I rise today Committee. She was appointed to the Latimer to honor Cummins Engine for the production County Board of Adjustments, and to the Judi- HON. DANNY K. DAVIS of their millionth engine. cial Performance Commission. Exemplifying OF ILLINOIS For many years Cummins Engine has pro- the American spirit of action and service, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vided quality employment to hundreds of resi- Jeanne also served as a volunteer for the Thursday, April 10, 2008 dents in the Chautauqua County area. We Poudre Valley Hospital, the United Way, and have seen this company grow and continue to as a fundraiser for the Wingshadow Frontier Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I prosper for many years. High School for kids needing alternative edu- would like to recognize April as National Au- Cummins Engine is a global power leader. cation opportunities. tism Awareness Month. Autism Awareness It is a corporation of complementary business Jeanne Laudick never stops doing and Month brings attention to the wide spectrum of units that design, manufacture, distribute and learning. She has traveled extensively with her autistic-related disorders affecting as many as service engines and related technologies, in- husband, especially since their retirement from 1 in 150 children born in the United States. cluding fuel systems, controls, air handling, fil- the family business. She has seen and experi- The Centers for Disease Control and Preven- tration, emission solutions and electrical power enced several countries in Central and South tion have identified autism as a national public generation systems. With a headquarters in America, and several more in the eastern health crisis whose cause and cure remain un- Columbus Indiana, they serve customers in Mediterranean and the Middle East; some, like known. more than 160 countries. They also boast a Uruguay, far off the beaten path. Autism is a complex neurobiological dis- network of 550 company owned and inde- Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor order that typically lasts throughout a person’s pendent distributor facilities and more than Jeanne Laudick, who has led a life of valuable lifetime. It is part of a group of disorders 5,000 dealer locations. Cummins employs contribution to her family, her community, and known as autism spectrum disorders. It is now more than 28,000 employees worldwide and to this country. more common in diagnosis than pediatric can- as of 2004 reported sales of $8.4 billion. f cer, diabetes, and AIDS combined. It occurs in The Jamestown Engine Plant, one of all racial, ethnic, and social groups and is four Cummins largest manufacturing facilities. It is 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY OF times more likely to strike boys than girls. Au- responsible for manufacturing heavy duty en- VERN AND JOHANNA EHLERS tism impairs one’s ability to communicate and gines (ISM 11 liters and ISX 15 liters), and relate to others; depending on the severity of machine components. The plant produces an HON. FRED UPTON the diagnosis, autism may dramatically affect average of 400 engines every day. It was also OF MICHIGAN one’s quality of life and ability to obtain em- recognized as the 2004 Business of the Year. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ployment. For the production of their one millionth engine I am proud of the many organizations and Thursday, April 10, 2008 I am proud and honored to celebrate with this programs that exist in the Chicagoland area to wonderful company. Mr. UPTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today in assist in the diagnosis and treatment of au- Chautauqua County is blessed to have such commemoration of a very special and momen- tism. I especially want to recognize Easter strong employers with a desire to make this tous occasion, the 50th wedding anniversary Seals Metropolitan Chicago for its extraor- county the wonderful place that we all know it of our colleague, VERN EHLERS, and his beau- dinary work on this important issue. Easter can be. Cummins Engine is one of those busi- tiful wife, Johanna. As we offer our heartfelt Seals provides comprehensive autism services nesses and that is why, Madam Speaker, I congratulations to them, we have the oppor- to its clients, including autism therapeutic rise to honor them today. tunity to reflect on the significant milestone schools, adult vocational programs, after f these two lives, joined as one, celebrate this school programs, information, and professional year. training. Illinois has seen a 353-percent in- HONORING JEANNE LAUDICK Married on June 14, 1958, their lives have crease in autism since 1993. Easter Seals is been marked by a lasting devotion to one an- responding proactively to this increase by HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE other, and to serving and glorifying the Lord. building the Therapeutic School and Center for OF COLORADO Through their commitment to a strong faith, Autism Research, which has already begun its IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES VERN and Jo have touched many lives. How- construction and is expected to be completed ever, in my opinion, the greatest accomplish- in 2012. This landmark facility will offer stu- Thursday, April 10, 2008 ment and contribution of this couple are their dents with autism an array of services that in- Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Madam Speaker, I rise four children, Heidi and her husband, Bob; cludes medical assessments, nursing, behav- today to honor Jeanne Laudick who was born Brian; Todd and his wife, Mirjam; and Marla; ior, speech, physical, and occupational ther- in Washington, DC, as the daughter of a gov- and their five grandchildren, and one great- apy, social work services, art and music ther- ernment attorney. She grew up in Denver, CO, grandchild. As they gather together on April 26 apy, vocational training, and community train- and obtained her college degree from the Col- to mark this special day, it is the perfect time ing. Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago has orado State College of Education, now the to reaffirm and strengthen the love and memo- provided excellent care to its clients for over University of Northern Colorado. ries they share together. 70 years, and I commend them for their com- Jeanne married her husband John, in Den- Through a strong dedication to the institu- mitment to serving those affected by autism ver, when she was 21, and they started their tion of marriage, VERN and Jo have built a life spectrum disorders in our community. family that grew to three children. Their oldest of love and purpose. This celebration serves In Chicago and across the country, it is son eventually served in the United States as an inspiration for all of us, and again re- clear that autism is having an enormous effect Army. Jeanne was both homemaker and minds us that great things happen when we on children and families. Autism Awareness sometimes co-breadwinner for the family over seek to serve and glorify God. What a fitting Month and its associated events help shine those years. tribute to VERN and Jo. light on this critical issue. Therefore, Madam

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She enjoys fam- and Hilda’s involvement in these visits has in- ily around her and telling stories of her youth. A PROCLAMATION HONORING TAY- creased throughout the years. Not only does LOR HUFFMAN FOR WINNING Hilda do extensive work for the veterans at the Santine attributes her longevity to eating THE BOYS’ DIVISION I STATE BRECC, but she volunteers at other lodges freshly prepared food all her life, a great deal BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIP when they invite veterans to their facilities for of chocolate, and never drinking. She even various events. quit smoking 50 years ago! HON. ZACHARY T. SPACE Hilda spends several hours a month volun- Madam Speaker, please join with me in OF OHIO teering at the BRECC, but she also spends congratulating Santine Catalino on her extraor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES many more hours doing behind the scenes dinary 100 years. I wish her many more won- work for BRECC events. For every holiday Thursday, April 10, 2008 derful years with her family. and party, Hilda makes sure she buys decora- Mr. SPACE. Madam Speaker: tions and other festive items that can be used f Whereas, Taylor Huffman showed hard for events with and for the veterans. work and dedication to the sport of basketball; During her spare time, Hilda also writes let- PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF and ters to different businesses and organizations KATHLEEN HUDSON GAUT Whereas, Taylor Huffman was a supportive asking for donations, either monetary or items team player; and that can be used for events for the veterans Whereas, Taylor Huffman always displayed or given directly to the veterans themselves. HON. FRED UPTON sportsmanship on and off of the court; now, Whenever Hilda learns of a female veteran therefore, be it patient at the BRECC, she makes personal OF MICHIGAN Resolved, that along with his friends, family, comfort kits to take them. Because the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and the residents of the 18th Congressional BRECC facility does not have a canteen, Hilda District, I congratulate Taylor Huffman on win- will also periodically make snack bags to bring Thursday, April 10, 2008 ning the Boys’ Division I State Basketball to the patients when the lodge makes their Mr. UPTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today Championship. We recognize the tremendous monthly visits to the veterans. along with the Honorable MIKE ROGERS of hard work and sportsmanship he has dem- Madam Speaker, I ask that you join with me Michigan to recognize the life of Kathleen onstrated during the 2007–2008 basketball today to honor Hilda Davis. She is a remark- Hudson Gaut of St. Joseph, Michigan who season. able volunteer for Maryland’s veterans. passed away on January 7, 2008. f Through her ongoing efforts, she has brought joy and delight to the hundreds of veterans Kathleen was a loving, selfless woman who HONORING COLIN STARNER she has worked with. Hilda has gone above will be greatly missed in her community. Noth- and beyond the call of duty to aid those who ing made Kay happier than being with her HON. SAM GRAVES have sacrificed to serve our great Nation. large family who is spread out from coast to OF MISSOURI f coast. Kay also had the enviable ability to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES make the life of anyone she encountered PERSONAL EXPLANATION about town a little bit better that day. Thursday, April 10, 2008 Born March 12, 1926, in Kalamazoo, Kath- Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly HON. BETTY McCOLLUM leen completed grade and high school at pause to recognize Colin Thomas Starner of OF MINNESOTA Western Michigan (then) College. Recognized Liberty, Missouri. Colin is a very special young IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in grade school for her athleticism, her interest man who has exemplified the finest qualities in high school focused on music, culminating of citizenship and leadership by taking an ac- Thursday, April 10, 2008 as drum majorette and band master. She tive part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop Ms. MCCOLLUM of Minnesota. Madam completed her education at Kalamazoo Busi- 1376, and earning the most prestigious award Speaker, had I been present for the vote on ness College, and then went on to a career at of Eagle Scout. H.R. 5472 to designate the facility of the Kalamazoo Vegetable Parchment (KVP) Corp. Colin has been very active with his troop, United States Postal Service located at 2650 In 1970 she was married to a childhood friend, participating in many scout activities. Over the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street, Indianapolis, and with her children they came to Stevens- many years Colin has been involved with Indiana, as the ‘‘Julia M. Carson Post Office ville, to be near the lake she had loved as a scouting, he has not only earned numerous Building,’’ I would have voted in the affirma- child. In 1983, Kay and her husband moved to merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- tive. Baroda where they created Senior Life Manor, ily, peers, and community. f a foster care home. Retiring 10 years later, Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join they returned to Stevensville, and later to their me in commending Colin Thomas Starner for TRIBUTE TO SANTINE FARACI present home in St. Joseph Township. Kay is his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of CATALINO ON HER 100TH BIRTH- survived by her husband of 37 years, Dell; five America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- DAY children. Susan (Robert) Vandervliet of Min- ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. eral, Virginia, Thomas (Rhonda) Rabbers of f HON. BRIAN HIGGINS St. Joseph, James (Mary) Rabbers of Ste- OF NEW YORK A TRIBUTE TO HILDA DAVIS vensville, Jodi Rabberts of Arlington, Texas, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Daniel (Diana) Rabbers of Peoria, Ari- HON. C.A. DUTCH RUPPERSBERGER Thursday, April 10, 2008 zona; a step-son, Dale (Jackie) Gaut of Mr. HIGGINS. Madam Speaker, I rise today Hudsonville, MI; 12 grandchildren; and three OF MARYLAND great-grandchildren. Kay’s mother and father, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to congratulate Santine Faraci Catalino on her 100th birthday on April 13, 2008. 100 years is Harold and Doris Hudson, preceded her in Thursday, April 10, 2008 quite an accomplishment! death. Mr. RUPPERSBERGER. Madam Speaker, I Santine Catalino has lived an extraordinary Therefore Madam Speaker, I ask my col- rise before you today to honor Hilda Davis, re- life. As a child, Santine worked countless leagues to join me in recognizing the life of cently awarded the 2008 Congressional Volun- hours on her family’s fruit farm. During World Kathleen Gaut. May she rest in peace in heav- teer Recognition Award by the Second Con- War II, she was a welder in a defense plant. en.

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