[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 87 (Wednesday, May 24, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1116]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                        TRIBUTE TO JOE SLABBINCK

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                          HON. DAVID E. BONIOR

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 24, 1995
  Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to my good 
friend Joe Slabbinck who is being honored this evening by the Clinton 
Township Goodfellows. Joe is being named as a Goodfellow of the Year at 
a recognition dinner at the Fern Hill Country Club in Clinton Township, 
MI.
  Joe is currently a Board member and has served in the past as 
president, vice-president, and secretary of the Clinton Township 
Goodfellows. He is also currently the president of the Tenth 
Congressional Democratic Committee. I have known Joe for many years and 
have had the fortunate opportunity to work with him on numerous 
occasions. Joe is a nuts and bolts kind of guy who always makes sure 
that projects stay on track. This is true in his role as a Goodfellow 
and as a Democrat.
  After 30 years at Chrysler, his success at helping build world class 
quality cars is only surpassed by his success in building organizations 
dedicated to meeting people's needs. In addition to the Goodfellows, 
Joe has devoted time and energy to the Interfaith Center for Racial 
Justice as well as the Volunteer Services Committee of the United 
Community Service. His helpful attitude and relentless drive ensure 
that organizational goals are always achieved.
  Taking an active role in one's community is a responsibility we all 
share, but few fulfill. Joe and his wife, Brenda, have dedicated much 
of their lives to this endeavor. I deeply admire their strong values 
and outstanding example of civic involvement. Their time, talents, and 
energy are appreciated by all of us. I thank Joe and Brenda for their 
efforts and commend them for their good work.
  I applaud the Clinton Township Goodfellows for recognizing Joe. He 
has provided outstanding leadership to the group and I know he is proud 
to be honored by the members.
  The devotion the Goodfellows and Joe have displayed to their 
community is an inspiration. Their contributions are many and they 
deserve our gratitude for their compassion and work.
  On behalf of the Clinton Township Goodfellows, I urge my colleagues 
to join me in saluting Joe Slabbinck.


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