[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 95 (Tuesday, July 8, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1368]
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                     TRIBUTE TO FRANCIS J. MARELLA

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                          HON. DAVID E. BONIOR

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 8, 1997

  Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, today I would like to congratulate my 
friend, Mr. Francis J. Marella, upon his retirement from the Macomb 
County Probate Court on May 30, 1997. His colleagues will honor him 
with a dinner party at Fern Hill on July 9, 1997.
  Since 1961, Frank Marella has been a familiar and friendly face at 
Macomb County Juvenile Court. As a friend and former coworker of 
Frank's, I can attest to his strong sense of caring and compassion. For 
many years I have appreciated the great friendship and support that 
Frank has given to my family. Frank was the first person I met when I 
began working at Juvenile Court. I was amazed by his strong commitment 
to preventing crime and creating a safer community.
  Throughout the years, Frank's vision and dedication has resulted in 
numerous innovative programs designed to help children and their 
families. As program director, Frank realized the strong need for 
community support groups to support strong families, drug-free and 
crime-free lifestyles. Over a span of 37 years, Frank has implemented 
programs such as the Big Brother program, Family Skills Development, 
Juvenile Employment Education, Substance Abuse Education, Systematic 
Training for Effective Parenting, and the Community Restitution 
program. Frank's programs have encouraged parents and the community to 
take an active role in improving the welfare of our youth.
  Macomb County has been lucky to have a leader like Frank Marella. Few 
people give to their community with the same time and energy that Frank 
has given to his. Frank's successful programs have touched the lives of 
many people. On behalf of the citizens of Macomb County, I would like 
to thank Frank for all of his hard work and dedication.

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