[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 44 (Thursday, April 18, 2002)]
[Senate]
[Page S2946]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO HENRY GERLACK

 Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. President, I show my support 
for Henry Gerlack Jr. of Barnstead, NH. His heroic actions, along with 
the help of Kathleen Moore, saved the life of a man trapped inside a 
burning vehicle. Henry put his life on the line to preserve the life of 
another.
  In April of 2001, Henry Gerlack noticed a burning vehicle on the side 
of the road. He heard cries for help and raced to the burning vehicle 
to find a 34 year-old man wedged between the crushed steering wheel and 
dashboard. Henry and Kathleen pulled the man out of the car moments 
before it exploded.
  I commend the altruistic acts of Henry Gerlack, Jr. It takes true 
courage to put somebody else's life above one's own. I am confident 
that as long as we have people like Henry, our Nation will continue to 
be strong. New Hampshire is proud to have such a dedicated citizen and 
it is an honor to represent him in the U.S. Senate.

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