[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 114 (Wednesday, September 5, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1589]
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             HONORING DONAVAN CULLINGS UPON HIS RETIREMENT

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 5, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
pay tribute to Donavan Cullings for his many years of honorable service 
to the people of Creede, Colorado. Donavan has made the decision to 
retire from his position as a municipal judge and will be remembered 
for his years of dedication and time on the bench.
  Mr. Cullings grew up in Los Angeles, California until he was inducted 
into military service immediately following high school. During World 
War II, he was involved in activities in the South Pacific for three 
years, diligently serving his country. After returning home, Donavan 
married his high school sweetheart, Jan Elton, and later joined the Los 
Angeles Police Department. He dedicated 26 years of his life to law 
enforcement and then moved to Creede where he bought the Creede Drug 
Store.
  The town of Creede eventually had a vacant Marshal position, and 
Donavan decided to fill that role for eight years willingly. He also 
served as the County Coroner for 15 years. Another calling attracted 
Donavan and he answered it by accepting the job of Town Magistrate for 
Creede, where he honorably served as a municipal judge for 15 years.
  Mr. Speaker, Donavan Cullings has led a life to strengthen the fabric 
of the American character whether it be in troubled waters abroad or at 
home. His vigorous efforts deserve the praise and admiration of us all. 
As part of his retirement, Donavan will volunteer two days a week at 
Creede Museum and educate others about Creede's long-standing history. 
I would like to extend my warmest regards to Donavan upon his 
retirement and wish him and his family the best in many years to come.

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