[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 147 (Tuesday, October 30, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1954]
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             PAYING TRIBUTE TO HILDAGARD (CHIEF) ALEXANDER

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 30, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
remember an honorable and distinguished man who proudly served his 
nation for twenty years in the United States Army. It is with profound 
sadness that I now rise to honor the life and memory of Hildagard 
(Chief) Alexander.
  Chief Alexander has witnessed some of the most frightening scenes in 
American war history. The Chief enlisted in the Army in 1942 and was 
soon in the thick of battle landing on Omaha Beach in Normandy. Chief 
Alexander went on to serve in the Korean War before being discharged in 
1962. It is my privilege to acknowledge Chief Alexander for the 
sacrifices he made so future generations can enjoy the freedoms and 
liberties that shape the American way of life. Furthermore, I wish to 
honor Chief for his role as a community leader in Colorado's Western 
Slope. Perhaps others best remember him as the children's 
representative for the Shriner's Hospital. He dedicated much of his 
time toward bringing joy and happiness into the lives of children. 
Chief was a proud man whom many had deep respect for. We will miss him 
greatly.
  Mr. Speaker, Chief Alexander will be especially missed by his wife, 
Margaret, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. As 
family and friends mourn his passing, Chief's compassion will shine 
through the hearts of those closest to him. I would like to extend my 
deepest sympathy and warmest regards to his family during this time of 
remembrance. Chief Alexander will surely be missed.

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