[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 82 (Wednesday, June 19, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1093]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO DALE ORENDORFF

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, June 19, 2002--

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a solemn heart that I take this 
opportunity to pay respect at the passing of Dale Orendorff, who died 
unexpectedly at the age of 79. Dale became a pillar of the Montrose, 
Colorado community after relocating there in 1984 and, as his family 
mourns his loss, I think it is appropriate to remember him at this time 
and pay tribute to the contributions he made to Colorado throughout his 
life.
  Dale Orendorff was born on September 7, 1922 in Columbus, Nebraska, 
the son of John and Loa Mabel Bernard. He spent his formative years in 
Central City, Nebraska, where he received his elementary schooling. One 
day after the historic Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Dale proudly 
heeded the call to defend our nation, enrolling in the United States 
Army Air Corps at the age of 19. His service to our nation in time of 
war served as a testament to the character of a man whose devotion to 
family and country was evident to all of those who crossed his path.
  Dale was a shining example of civic-minded devotion to his community. 
He was a member of the Methodist Church of Montrose, as well as Elks 
Lodge No. 1053. An avid outdoorsman, Dale's love of fishing dated back 
to his youth. As he grew older, he took up the game of golf, which 
became one of his favorite avocations.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to pay tribute to Dale Orendorff for 
his contributions to the Montrose community. His dedication to family, 
friends and community certainly deserves the recognition of this body 
of Congress. Although Dale 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 Dale's family and friends during 
this difficult time.

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