[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 72 (Wednesday, May 23, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E914]
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                HONORING THE LATE COL. JAMES NEIL HICKOK

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 23, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I stand before you today to honor the 
memory of one of Western Colorado's leading citizens, Colonel James 
Neil Hickok. James was an active member of the community and was a 
member of the ``Great Generation''. He passed away on March 19, 2001 
after a long 13-year battle with cancer. Everyone that knew him will 
truly miss him.
  Neil was born in October of 1919 in Chicago Illinois. Neil joined the 
US Army when he was 16. His first assignment was to protect railroads 
and missionaries in China. After his tour he returned home to graduate 
from high school. He received degrees in Military Science from the 
University of Maryland and degrees in Anthropology and Geology from the 
University of Colorado. James re-entered the Army at the start of World 
War II and served in the Pacific Theatre. Neil also served in the 
Korean War and had three tours of duty in Vietnam.
  Neil was a devoted family man. He loved his wife Carol, his son James 
and daughters Sharron and Dorothy. He also loved his home, which over 
looks the south fork of the South Platte River. His family said he had 
a wonderful sense of humor and genuine care for others. Neil served as 
the chairman of the Park County Republican Party for many years and 
helped Lake George get their park, library, community center and 
emergency medical service.
  Mr. Speaker, a great friend, father and hero has left us, but his 
memory will always be with us. I'm asking Congress to pause a moment in 
remembrance of Col. James Neil Hickok and thank him for all that he has 
done for his family, community and country.

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