[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 62 (Wednesday, May 15, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E812]
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                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO JOHN T. DONLEY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 15, 2002

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
recognize an outstanding individual who has dedicated his life to serve 
and protect the citizens of the State of Colorado. Corporal John 
Donley, of the Pueblo Police Department, has loyally served his fellow 
Coloradans for over thirty years. After a long and successful career as 
one of Colorado's finest, John announced his retirement from the force 
in November of last year. As he enjoys his well-deserved retirement, I 
would like to take this time to underscore John's service to his 
community before this body of Congress, and this nation.
  John began his service as Motorcycle Burglary Patrol Officer, was 
honored for his quality service, and reassigned to the Traffic Division 
in 1974. Receiving a promotion to corporal in 1976, John was recognized 
for his expertise as a crime scene-diagramming expert and was often 
called upon by his fellow officers to render aid at the scene of a 
crime. John also dedicated much of his time to the Pueblo educational 
system by volunteering his experience and expertise in seat belt safety 
and safe driving as a School Resource Officer to a local high school. 
He has been a tremendous asset to the City of Pueblo both as a peace 
officer and as an educator. I am honored to bring forth his 
accomplishments today.
  Mr. Speaker, today's peace officers face a wide variety of dangers 
and hazards in their daily duties. These individuals work long hours, 
weekends, and holidays to guarantee their fellow citizen's rights and 
protection. They work tirelessly and with great sacrifice to their 
personal and family lives to ensure our freedoms remain strong in our 
homes and communities. Their service and dedication certainly deserves 
the recognition and thanks of this body of Congress, and a grateful 
nation. Thanks for your service John, and I wish you all the best in 
your well-deserved retirement.

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