[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 107 (Wednesday, June 28, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1353]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                      TRIBUTE TO OFFICER BOB HENRY

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                          HON. CHRISTOPHER COX

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 28, 1995
  Mr. COX of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory 
of Bob Henry, a dedicated law enforcement officer for the city of 
Newport Beach, CA, who earlier this year was slain in the line of duty.
  In the early morning hours of Sunday, March 15, 1995, Officer Robert 
Henry, 30, was shot in the head during a struggle with an intoxicated 
man intent on committing suicide. Officer Henry battled for his life, 
but passed away after more than a month of struggle on April 13. He was 
the first officer in the history of the Newport Beach police department 
to be killed in the line of duty.
  A native Californian and a devout Catholic, Bob Henry joined the 
Newport Beach police force 5 years ago, and dedicated his life to 
serving and protecting the residents of Newport Beach. In his service 
there, he earned the respect of his colleagues and of his community. He 
is remembered as a model police officer, an officer who was always 
prepared to do whatever the job called for--bringing his strength, 
compassion, courage, and sense of humor along with him.
  Above all, Mr. Speaker, Bob Henry is remembered as a loving and 
devoted family man. He leaves behind his wife, Patty, and their three 
children: 6-year-old Bobby, 2-year-old Jenna, and Alyssa--who was born 
only 1 month before the shooting. While nothing can compare to the 
incalculable pain they all feel at his loss, I hope it is of some 
comfort to them to that all of us feel a profound sense of gratitude 
for the sacrifice he was willing to make.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in saluting the bravery and honor with 
which Officer Henry carried out his duties. His children must always 
know that their father's death was in the service of others, and that 
we will always honor his memory. Although we are overwhelmed with 
sadness, we are grateful that such a man graced us with his example, 
his commitment, and his sacrifice.


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