[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 98 (Thursday, July 18, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1293-E1294]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO DONALD GETZ

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 18, 2002

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to pay tribute to the life and 
memory of Donald L. Getz, who has contributed selflessly to the 
betterment of his community and our society. It is my pleasure to 
applaud Donald's hard work and to honor his achievements before this 
body of Congress.

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  Donald was born in October 17, 1931 in Brighton, Colorado where he 
spent most of his childhood and adolescent years. He was a tremendous 
athlete, who guided his high school football and basketball teams to 
the state championship in 1949. Donald enlisted in the United States 
Navy in 1951, and served this country proudly during the Korean War. 
His humanitarian efforts during the war earned him respect and honor 
during his tour of duty. After his service, he returned to Colorado and 
worked in the trucking. Donald excelled in every aspect of his life, 
and used his hard work and determination to open the Anchor Bar and 
Cafe with his wife in 1974. He operated this very successful business 
until 1989 when he retired.
  Donald was known for his dedication to his family and is survived by 
his wife Pat and their three children: Gregory, Todd, and Jill. Donald 
had two wonderful great grandchildren Katie and Nathan who were his 
pride and joy. Although his community mourns the loss of a great 
charitable man, they celebrate his great accomplishments and 
achievements.
  Mr. Speaker it is a pleasure to praise the accomplishments to an 
outstanding individual. I am sure his legacy will live on in the hearts 
of his community and family. Donald Getz was a man of character and 
compassion and I take this moment to applaud his character and 
determination before this distinguished body.

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