[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 110 (Wednesday, August 1, 2001)]
[Senate]
[Pages S8565-S8566]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       REMEMBERING KOREY STRINGER

  Mr. DAYTON. Madam President, I rise in sorrow this morning to pay 
tribute to a highly respected Minnesotan, Mr. Korey Stringer, an all-
pro offensive tackle for the Minnesota Vikings who died early this 
morning.
  Mr. Stringer collapsed yesterday afternoon after the Vikings 
practice. He died early this morning due to complications from heat 
stroke.
  Korey Stringer joined the Vikings as a first-round draft pick out of 
Ohio State University. He has been our starting right tackle ever 
since. Last year, he was named for the first time

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to the all-pro team. Korey was more than an all-pro football player; he 
was an all-pro human being. He made Minnesota his year-round home, and 
he was one of the Vikings' most active community members.
  He established his ``Korey's crew'' community service program at 
several local schools and libraries. He served as an outstanding 
leader, mentor, and role model for many Minnesota youngsters and 
adults.
  Minnesota has lost one of our best citizens at the tragically early 
age of 27. Our hearts and our deepest sympathies go out to his wife 
Kelcie, his 3-year old son Kodie, and the rest of his family.
  Korey, we will miss you. Rest in peace.

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