[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 78 (Thursday, June 7, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1057]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE DAN DALLEY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 7, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great sadness that I rise at 
this time to recognize the life of a distinguished public servant, 
Daniel C. Dalley. Dan spent his life protecting the citizens of Fruita, 
Colorado. This man was known for his honor and kindness, and is worthy 
of the recognition of Congress.
  Born and raised in Fruita, Colorado Dan was an asset to the community 
even at a young age. During high school Dan worked hard in and out of 
school, holding a job at Youngs Ranch while attending Frutia Monument 
High School. After high school Dan went on to college at Mesa State 
College in Grand Junction, Colorado, where he received an associates 
degree in Criminal Justice. Continuing with his passion for the law, 
Dan graduated from the Police Academy at Colorado Northwestern 
Community College in Rangely, Colorado.
  After graduation Dan joined the Fruita Police Department as a Reserve 
Officer in 1992. Dan also served as a Patrol Officer, Field Training 
Officer, Drug Recognition Expert, Sergeant and Detective Sergeant and 
was then promoted to Acting Chief. The nine years Dan spent on the 
force were filled with awards and recognition for a job well done. In 
1996 Dan received Employee of the year from the Fruita Police 
Department, and then for two consecutive years, 1997 and 1998, the Mesa 
County Optimist Club honored Dan with the title of Law Enforcement 
Officer of the Year.
  In addition to Dan's commitment to upholding the law, Dan also was 
very involved in his community. Dan added to his community duties by 
serving eight years as a volunteer EMT for the Loma Volunteer Fire 
Department. Being active in his church was also important to Dan, and 
the Grace Community Church was lucky to count Dan among its members. 
His commitment to God and Country are admired by all. He will be 
greatly missed.
  As his family and friends grieve the loss of Dan Dalley, Mr. Speaker 
I wanted to take the opportunity to recognize his life. His wife, 
Cybill, and sons, Alan, Tyler, Dalton and Luke should take pride in the 
fact that Dan made so many contributions to the State of Colorado. 
Everyone that knew Dan was in awe of his kindness and service. That, 
Mr. Speaker, is why Dan is worthy of the praise and thanks of the 
United States Congress.

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