[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 67 (Friday, May 22, 1998)]
[Senate]
[Page S5462]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO RICHARD C. MARBES

 Mr. KOHL. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize Richard 
(Dick) Marbes, who is retiring from the full time position of Wisconsin 
State Adjutant of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV). As Mr. Marbes 
retires, it seems an appropriate time to acknowledge his distinguished 
career and extraordinary contributions and service to veterans and the 
DAV.
  During the 1950's, Dick served his country proudly in the Air Force. 
He is a long time active member of DAV chapter 3 in Green Bay and he 
has served as Wisconsin State Adjutant for over ten years. In 1993-
1994, Dick was elected and served as the National Commander of the DAV 
where he spearheaded an effort to change some pre-existing policies, 
helping to reestablish the DAV as one on the strongest and most 
influential Veterans groups. Dick was recognized as the DAV's National 
Amputee of the year, and is also a member of the Wisconsin Board of 
Veterans affairs.
  Mr. President, I hope all of my colleagues will join me in offering 
our congratulations to Dick Marbes and his wife Mary Jane and four 
children, Pam, Susan, Amy, and Tim. Dick has dedicated his time, 
talents and energy to serving Veterans and we are indeed indebted to 
him for his efforts. I am proud to salute Dick for a job well done, and 
I send him my best wishes for the future. 

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