[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 100 (Wednesday, July 18, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1360-E1361]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING GERALD RENUART

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                           HON. PETER DEUTSCH

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 18, 2001

  Mr. DEUTSCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a man who will be 
greatly missed by all those who knew him. A man who served his country 
proudly, and a man who displayed immeasurable love for his work, his 
community, his life, and his family. It brings me great sadness to 
report that Gerald J. Renuart of Lighthouse Point, Florida, passed away 
on June 24, 2000, at the age of 63 after a lengthy battle with cancer.
  Gerald Renuart was born in Coral Gables, Florida. He attended school 
at the University of Miami where he received a degree in business, and 
went on to Nova University where he received his Master's Degree. Upon 
graduation, he began what was to become a very long, meaningful life as 
a contributor to both his country and community in a variety of ways.
  A strong believer in the importance of mentoring, Gerald worked with 
local youth through his participation with the Boy Scouts. As a member 
of the organization for 25 years, he held the position of Scoutmaster 
for National and World Jamborees, Roundtable Commissioner, and District 
Chairman. He was awarded scouting's highest award, the Silver Beaver, 
for his loyal and dedicated service.

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  Gerald also occupied the role of civil servant for many years. He 
worked as a Town Manager for Surfside for nine years, and then served 
as a City Administrator and Executive Assistant to the Mayor of 
Lighthouse Point for 23 years. In addition, he was past president of 
the American Society of Public Administrators and the Municipal Finance 
Officers of America. In recognition of his outstanding public service, 
Gerald Renuart was honored by then President Jimmy Carter.
  As a retired Naval Officer, Gerald Renuart will be given full 
military honors at Arlington National Cemetery on July 20, 2001. These 
honors serve as an example of the caliber of man he was and will 
compliment the other accolades received by Mr. Renuart in recognizing 
him as an admirable and exceptional member of his family, community, 
and nation.
  Mr. Speaker, Gerald Renuart was both well-loved and widely respected 
by all those blessed to have known him. He is survived by his father, 
Firmin, his two brothers, Michael and Robert, his sister, Claudette 
Voehringer, his loving wife of 40 years, Maureen, his children, Shirley 
Dion, Ronald and Daniel, and eight grandchildren. Gerald selflessly 
served his country. His life's work was his dream. And his family was a 
source of admiration and great pride. Today we celebrate Gerald's life, 
which serves as a wonderful example to all who follow in his footsteps.

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