[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 160 (Thursday, November 13, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2375]
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                         TRIBUTE TO JOSEPH KOZO

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                          HON. DAVID E. BONIOR

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 13, 1997

  Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to pay tribute to Mr. Joseph F. 
Kozo who has faithfully served the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeastern 
Michigan for over 55 years. His friends and colleagues will recognize 
his achievements at the In Celebration Dinner on November 19, 1997, at 
the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Dearborn, MI.
  When Joe Kozo was 7 years old, he became a member of the Boys Club in 
Bethlehem, PA. His membership gave him the opportunity to enjoy 
activities such as arts, crafts, games, sports, group clubs, and 
service groups. His leadership in the organization began when he was 
chosen to become a monitor by the club director.
  After serving in the World War II, Mr. Kozo enrolled at Wayne State 
University. During his college years, he became the Boys Club of 
Detroit's first intern. After earning his degree in education, Mr. Kozo 
was selected to be the full-time physical education director of the 
Boys Club's Howard B. Bloomer Building in Detroit.
  Mr. Kozo served in a variety of capacities before becoming executive 
director of the Boys and Girls Club of Southeastern Michigan. He has 
helped to develop new activities, secure funding, grants and 
scholarships while guiding volunteers and children through the many 
programs that the organization has to offer.
  The Boys and Girls Clubs of America is a diverse organization that 
provides a safe outlet for children to participate in educational, 
physical and service activities. As a result of these programs, 
children learn decisionmaking and leadership skills. But most 
importantly, they learn to value themselves and each other. Mr. Kozo's 
vision and contributions have touched the lives of thousands of young 
boys and girls. I would like to thank Mr. Kozo for all he has done for 
the children involved in the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeastern 
Michigan.

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