September 14, 2006 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 152, Pt. 13 18365 it. On behalf of the residents of Wisconsin’s worked to make a difference in the lives of HOMELESS VETERANS 8th Congressional District, I want to say con- others and everyone who met her was gratulations, best of luck, and go Marines! warmed by her friendliness and hospitality. HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD f While establishing her reputation as a loving OF MAINE HONORING 2006 PRESIDENTIAL wife and mother, Pearl also distinguished her- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FREEDOM SCHOLARSHIP RECIPI- self as a gracious hostess and active sup- Thursday, September 14, 2006 porter of many admirable causes. Pearl Miller ENTS IN THE 20TH CONGRES- Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, each night SIONAL DISTRICT OF NEW YORK was a woman of integrity, compassion, and dedication. She carried out her responsibilities nearly 200,000 veterans are homeless. They as mother, wife, hostess, campaign advisor, live on the streets, in alleys, in cars, in barns HON. JOHN E. SWEENEY and friend with a grace and style, which few and under bridges. Many other veterans are OF NEW YORK could match. Her loss is felt deeply throughout just one paycheck away from being homeless. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Delaware County, particularly in Springfield, The Government Accountability Office has Thursday, September 14, 2006 the town she proudly called home. just reported that the Department of Veterans Affairs’ largest program to provide homeless Mr. SWEENEY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me veterans with safe shelter has a shortfall of take this opportunity to honor and recognize in remembering Pearl Miller, a dedicated nearly 10,000 beds. 20 exceptional high school students in my friend to many in the 7th Congressional Dis- While VA and community providers try to do Congressional District that were the recipients trict. I wish Pearl’s husband, Rutherford S. right by homeless veterans, the GAO report of the 2006 Presidential Freedom Scholarship. ‘‘Ford’’ Miller, Sr. and family my heartfelt con- found that the capacity is not there to meet The immeasurable amount of time and effort dolences. May they find comfort in knowing demand. that these students have volunteered this past that the many people she impacted deeply The situation will get worse because recent year has helped countless citizens of my dis- value her dedication and generosity and the combat veterans are already homeless. Just trict, and has made New York’s 20th a better example of her life and work. last year, VA served nearly 600 veterans from place to live. Iraq and Afghanistan in its Health Care for The Presidential Freedom Scholarship pro- f Homeless Veterans program. motes student service and civic engagement On September 30th, the authorization for DETROIT SHOCK CHAMPIONSHIP by recognizing high school students for out- two key programs for homeless veterans—the CELEBRATION standing leadership in service to their commu- VA Grant and Per Diem program and the nity and neighbors. This year’s recipients in Homeless Providers Technical Assistance my Congressional District include: HON. CAROLYN C. KILPATRICK Grant program—is set to expire. David Casazza, Paige Hanselman, Andrea If we fail to reauthorize these programs, we E. Holmes, Chad M. Shippee, Vanessa A. OF MICHIGAN will be leaving homeless veterans behind. Merrill, Kathleen B. Price, Renee C. O’Toole, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Homelessness is a problem that we can solve. Eric R. Reeve, Craig Millward, Nicholas I urge my colleagues to enact H.R. 5960, Kitsock, Patrick K. Gavin-Brynes, Meghan G. Thursday, September 14, 2006 the Homeless Veterans Assistance Act of Michael, Brian Driscoll, Katelin M. Meehan, 2006, which reauthorizes key programs for Ms. KILPATRICK of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, Michael Fueston, Stephen R. McGrath, Philip homeless veterans and fortifies VA’s efforts to the Detroit Shock were crowned 2006 WNBA J. Schools, Kathleen Dillon, Jaimie N. prevent and end homelessness among vet- Champions after their 80–75 victory in Game DeJager, and Vincent A. Newell. erans. 5 against the Sacramento Monarchs. This is By completing at least 100 hours of commu- f nity service, these high school students are the Shock’s second WNBA title in franchise solving problems in their communities, dem- history. The Shock also won in 2003. HONORING BEVERLY YOUNG FOR onstrating compassion for others, and assist- The Shock proved they have ‘‘got game’’ by HER COMMITMENT TO OUR ing those who need support. becoming one of three teams to win two WOUNDED HEROES Our neighborhoods and communities are championships. Houston and Los Angeles are stronger because of volunteers and these stu- the others. The Shock’s two titles in four sea- HON. JOHN P. MURTHA dents are truly a role model for our nation and sons rank them among best in league history. OF PENNSYLVANIA their peers. It is my privilege to honor such Flint native Deanna Nolan was named Most IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES selfless and dedicated members of my district. Valuable Player, MVP of the 2006 WNBA Thursday, September 14, 2006 On behalf of the United States Congress, I Finals. Mr. MURTHA. Mr. Speaker, I would like to offer my best wishes to them for continued Former Detroit Piston Bill Laimbeer is the take this opportunity to congratulate a good success in the future. Head Coach; former Detroit Pistons Rick friend whom most of us have the pleasure to f Mahorn is an assistant coach. Cheryl Reeve is know, Mrs. Bill Young, or as she prefers to be the other assistant coach. TRIBUTE TO MARGARET E. known to our wounded troops, simply ‘‘Bev- ‘‘PEARL’’ MILLER The Shock’s regular season record was 23– erly.’’ Beverly has been recognized by the 11. United States Marine Corps for her extraor- HON. CURT WELDON This is the WNBA’s 10th anniversary. Wom- dinary commitment to our wounded troops OF PENNSYLVANIA en’s basketball announced ‘‘We Got Next!’’ with The Dickey Chapelle Award. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES when the NBA Board of Governors approved This annual award recognizes civilians who the WNBA concept in 1996. have given extraordinary contribution to the Thursday, September 14, 2006 The Detroit Shock serve as examples to Corps. It is named in honor of the memory of Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, young women everywhere. Their accomplish- the late Dickey Chapelle, an American cor- I rise today with great sadness and tremen- ments encourage others to make HERstory. respondent who was killed while covering the dous gratitude to honor the life of my good They demonstrate how you can achieve suc- actions of Marine infantrymen engaged in friend, Margaret E. Miller, a generous and cess by setting goals, doing your best, and combat against enemy forces during the Viet- dedicated member of the community who will practicing teamwork. nam war. be greatly missed in Delaware County, Penn- Mr. Speaker, this is a well-deserved honor. sylvania. Mrs. Miller, known to her many Shock Players include Jackie Batteast, Kara Beverly and her husband, my friend and col- friends as ‘‘Pearl’’, was a woman of character, Braxton, Swin Cash*, Cheryl Ford*, Kedra Hol- league, Chairman C.W. ‘‘BILL’’ YOUNG, of Flor- ability and charm, and we shall all miss her land-Corn*, Deanna Nolan*, Sabrina Palie, ida, have quietly shown a level of sincere, per- very much. Plenette Pierson, Elaine Powell*, Ruth Riley*, sonal compassion and devotion to our fighting Pearl Miller was renowned for her unswerv- Katie Smith, and Angelina Williams. men and women that is not often seen in ing loyalty to her friends and family. She *Members of the 2003 and 2006 teams. Washington. They do it without fanfare or VerDate Sep 11 2014 10:21 May 10, 2017 Jkt 049102 PO 00000 Frm 00206 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\FDSYS\BOUNDRECORD\BR14SE06.REC BR14SE06 ejoyner on DSK30MW082PROD with BOUND RECORD 18366 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 152, Pt. 13 September 14, 2006 seeking recognition in a way that reminds me And perhaps most importantly of all, she sits and fading Catholic community, he relied on of the greatness of the American spirit. with them and tells them how much they are his sound administration, conventional teach- The men and women who fight for this loved. ing and complete devotion to restore the country have an uncanny ability to overcome This, Mr. Speaker, is no small contribution church and the local grammar school, St. La extraordinary odds, both on the battlefield and to this country. I know of no one who has Salle. in life. However, when they are lying in a hos- given more time and energy to making sure Monsignor Tasy was an excellent model of pital bed in excruciating pain from terrible, de- these young men and women know that success, devotion, and commitment to the bilitating injuries, there simply is no more dif- someone cares about each and every one of well-being of entire communities. He was ex- ficult personal challenge in this world than try- them and that they can make it through this emplary in every way with a work ethic worthy ing to recover, physically and mentally. horrific experience of being wounded in battle. of respect and admiration. For all that he ac- To Beverly Young, each and every one of With her intense, unique, passionate style and complished, all that he worked tirelessly for, them is her child. If she could, I have no doubt commitment, Beverly has earned the respect and all that he hoped for, we will always re- she would go into battle with them. Instead, of everyone she meets, military and civilian, member him with gratitude and appreciation.