[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 165 (Friday, November 19, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2524]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                     TRIBUTE TO CALVIN JERRY POWELL

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                            HON. ALLEN BOYD

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 19, 1999

  Mr. BOYD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the life and 
work of Corporal Calvin Jerry Powell. Corporal Powell, a member of the 
Jasper Police Department in Northern Florida, was killed in the line of 
duty in late September of this year. He lost his life after being hit 
almost head on during a high-speed car chase. Needless to say, his 
death has grieved the entire Jasper community.
  Corporal Powell, 27, was a two year veteran of the department, and 
had been promoted to Corporal one month prior to his death. Jasper 
Police Chief Frank Osborn shared with me that Powell put himself 
through school to become an officer, and while he was only on the force 
for two years, he carried himself as though he was a ten year veteran. 
Corporal Powell loved his job and was very well liked by the entire 
force, he will be sorely missed.
  There are many lessons we can take from the tragic and senseless loss 
of Corporal Powell. Police officers put their lives at risk everyday in 
order to ensure our safety, security and peace of mind. When a death 
such as this occurs, particularly in a closely knit community like 
Jasper, it shakes us to the core. Each day, we need to reflect on the 
sacrifices made by our officers and truly appreciate just how vital the 
role of these brave men and women are to our own lives.
  Mr. Speaker, we mourn the loss of Corporal Powell along with his 
family and the Jasper Community. Our prayers are with his wife and two 
children during this difficult time. He will be missed beyond any 
expression of words.

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