[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 69 (Thursday, May 22, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1027]
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           A TRIBUTE TO MY GOOD FRIEND LARRY CHANEY, FAREWELL

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                           HON. GLENN POSHARD

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 22, 1997

  Mr. POSHARD. Mr. Speaker, April 20, 1997, marked a sad day in the 
history of southern Illinois. A good man, who served as mayor of Pana, 
IL, and my good friend, Larry Chaney passed away from an unexpected 
heart attack.
  Larry was just recently reelected mayor and he was a man most 
comfortable serving his constituents. During his early tenure in 
office, he brought a new water treatment plant and convinced two 
businesses to relocate in Pana's Industrial Park, stirring new business 
and encouraging new economic growth in the area. Larry also helped 
developed this beautiful region of Illinois with a bicycle-hiking trail 
along an old railroad pass between Pana and Taylorville. Before he was 
mayor he served 10 years as alderman in Pana's Second Ward.
  Larry's success can be attributed to his dedication and hard work, as 
well as the support he received from his family. They were the backbone 
to his career and his family's togetherness is an inspiration to all of 
us in southern Illinois. He is survived by his wife, Janet Koontz; son, 
Larry Sean Chaney; daughter, Michelle Lebon; grandchildren, Adam, Amy, 
Chelsy, Brittany, and Zachary; and two sisters, Marilyn Uteg and 
Shirley Campbell. Mr. Speaker, southern Illinois is mourning a great 
loss. No one could ever replace Larry Chaney. I wish to express my 
condolences to the family--we know that his predecessor has big shoes 
to fill. It has been an honor to represent Larry and the city of Pana 
in the U.S. Congress.

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