[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 116 (Thursday, September 9, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1825]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO RALPH CONSELYEA

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                          HON. SANDER M. LEVIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 8, 1999

  Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, during our summer recess, a City which I am 
proud to represent and in which I live, Royal Oak, lost one of its 
greatest and proudest sons, Ralph Conselyea.
  His business activities were centered there. So was his sense of 
community and they merged to benefit all of the citizens of Royal Oak. 
Its downtown is today so vital that often forgotten is its days of 
difficulties in the 60's and 70's. In those days, Ralph Conselyea 
whipped into action and joined in the purchase and renovation of key 
properties.
  His good works spread beyond downtown into every corner of the City--
through the Lions Club, the Goodfellows and many other groups.
  Ralph Conselyea for decades was considered ``Mr. Royal Oak.''
  He was always willing to respond to requests for information and 
advice, and I was among the many who benefitted from his wisdom and 
kindly spirit.
  As we reconvene, it is fitting that we promptly take formal note of 
the lost felt by so many and to express sincerest condolences to his 
wife and the entire Conselyea family.

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