[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 69 (Friday, May 9, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E898]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING GLEN L. EBERLY FOR LIFELONG CONTRIBUTION TO NORTHWEST INDIANA

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 8, 2003

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure and admiration 
that I rise today to honor Glen L. Eberly for his lifelong contribution 
to the residents of Northwest Indiana, especially the Town of Dyer. 
Glen is one of the most dedicated, distinguished and committed citizens 
I have had the pleasure of knowing.
  On Thursday, May 8, 2003, the Dyer Chamber of Commerce will host a 
roast in recognition of Glen's honorable service and the uncompromising 
loyalty he has displayed to the residents of Dyer. The community could 
not have picked a more appropriate date to roast Glen, as May 8th was 
the birth date of one of this Nation's most highly regarded presidents, 
Harry S Truman. Like President Truman, Glen possesses the qualities of 
a strong work ethic, coupled with honesty and integrity. Additionally, 
May 8th will forever be a notable date in history for me personally, 
because on May 8, 1984, I won my first democratic primary for United 
States Congress.
  Born January 13, 1930, Glen and his family moved to Dyer 8 years 
later. He graduated from Dyer High School and served his country for 2 
years in the United States Air Force. He went on to attend Ball State 
University where he earned a bachelor's degree in education. Glen began 
his teaching career in 1953 at Dyer High School, where he taught 
history. In 1961, Glen received his master's degree in education from 
Purdue University and continued his career at Dyer High School as a 
guidance counselor. In 1968, Glen was named assistant principal at Lake 
Central High School and subsequently became principal.
  In addition to his love for education, Glen has demonstrated a 
sincere affection for the community in which he lives. Thus, Glen has 
served as a member of the Dyer Town Council for three terms. While Glen 
has dedicated considerable time and energy to his work, he has always 
made an extra effort to give back to the community. He is a charter 
member of the Dyer Noon Lions Club and is a past member of the Dyer 
Evening Lions Club. Additionally, Glen is a charter member of the Dyer 
Jaycees and is a charter member of the Dyer Historical Society and 
currently serves as its president. Glen has served the communities of 
Dyer, St. John and Schererville in various administrative capacities 
since 1984 and has been the Town Council Coordinator for the Town of 
Dyer since 1992. Though Glen is dedicated to his career and the 
community of Dyer, he has never limited his time and love for his 
family. Glen and his wife, Charlotte, have been happily married for 50 
years.
  Mr. Speaker, Glen has truly dedicated his life to the Town of Dyer, 
as well as all of Northwest Indiana. He is one of the finest gentlemen 
I know. I respectfully ask that you and my other distinguished 
colleagues join me in congratulating Mr. Glen Eberly for his 
outstanding devotion to Indiana's First Congressional District. His 
unselfish and lifelong dedication to those in need is worthy of the 
highest commendation, and I am proud to represent him in Congress.

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