[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 72 (Wednesday, June 5, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E950]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                PAYING TRIBUTE TO WAYNE HARBERT----- --

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, June 4, 2002--

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I take this 
opportunity to pay tribute to the life of Wayne Harbert. After 81 full 
years of life, Wayne finally succumbed after a long battle with a 
difficult illness. Wayne was not only a pillar of the Granby, Colorado 
community, but also embodied the pioneering spirit of my district. As 
his family mourns his loss, I think it is appropriate to remember Wayne 
and pay tribute to him for his contributions to his community.
  Wayne was born in a sod house on the plains of Eastern Colorado in 
January of 1921. In 1942, Wayne left Colorado to join the Navy where he 
proudly served his country in World War II on several submarine 
missions. Wayne returned in 1944 on short leave and married his high 
school sweetheart, Marjorie. In his lifetime, Wayne was a rancher, 
proprietor of the local general store and equipment dealer, but one 
thing has remained the same--his work ethic and his gentle nature. No 
one knows this better than the family who survives him. Wayne was known 
as a loving husband, devoted father of two, and grandfather of two.
  Wayne has long been known in his community as one always willing to 
give his time to a worthy cause. He was a member of the Middle Park 
Stockgrowers, the Colorado Hereford and Cattlemen's Association, the 
VFW, and the American Legion. In service to his community, Wayne gave 
his time to the Kiwanis Clubs and provided his leadership to the Granby 
Fire Department Board of Directors and as chairman of the Grand County 
Republicans. A true Coloradan, Wayne could often be found in the 
outdoors enjoying the splendor of our state snowmobiling, hunting, 
fishing, hiking, backpacking, and camping.
  Mr. Speaker it is my privilege to bring the life of Wayne Harbert to 
the attention of this body of Congress. His journey from such humble 
beginnings, rising to become a pillar of the community, stands as 
example to us all. His dedication to his family, friends, work, and 
community certainly deserves recognition. Although Wayne has left us, 
his good-natured spirit lives on through the lives of those he touched. 
I would like to extend my thoughts and deepest sympathies to Wayne's 
family and friends during this difficult time.

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