[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 151 (Wednesday, October 21, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2265]
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        TRIBUTE TO THE LATE CONGRESSMAN, GARRY BROWN, 1923-1998

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                            HON. FRED UPTON

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 20, 1998

  Mr. UPTON. Mr. Speaker, many of you may not have heard of the passing 
a few weeks ago of our former colleague, Congressman Garry Brown, who 
represented southwest Michigan. Through more than a decade of service 
in the House of Representatives, Garry Brown will be remembered as an 
ambassador from a more genteel era of politics.
  Brown served six terms in the U.S. House of Representatives, from 
1966 to 1978, where he was known for his hard work and solid command of 
the issues. Brown's personal foundation was rooted in his high ethical 
standards. His belief that Members could remain close friends while 
disagreeing over the issues helped carry him through some of the most 
difficult times in our Nation's history.
  His service to his Nation was not limited to the House. Preceding his 
congressional career, Brown was a brave member of our armed services 
during the Second World War in Japan. After the war, he worked for the 
FBI before he came home to Schoolcraft, MI, to enter State politics. A 
delegate to the Michigan Constitutional Convention, he played a major 
role in crafting the present State constitution.
  Later in life, Garry Brown returned to his farm in Schoolcraft, MI, 
where he spoke of the pride and joy he gained in his role as an elder 
statesman. He will be remembered as the gentleman from Michigan in 
every sense of the word. He led his life with dignity, served his 
community with respect, and lived with a profound love for his country.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in sending my condolences to his 
daughter, Ms. Frances Brown, and to all of Gerry's family and friends. 
Congressman Garry Eldridge Brown will be sorely missed by us all.

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