[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 69 (Friday, May 9, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E898-E899]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER JIM KELLEY

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                           HON. BOB BEAUPREZ

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 8, 2003

  Mr. BEAUPREZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a great 
man, Chief Warrant Officer Jim Kelley. Jim is remembered as a loving 
husband, wonderful father and a lifelong friend to many. Jim was an 
example to us all leading his life with compassion and dedication in 
all that he did.
  A member of the 192nd Assault Helicopter Company, Jim served his tour 
in Vietnam 1969 through 1970. He gave thirty-three years

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of service in the Air National Guard at Buckley, in Aurora, Colorado. 
Upon his retirement from service Jim was awarded the Legion of Merit, 
the highest military honor given during peacetime. I am thankful for 
the bravery Jim displayed in his service to our nation and the state of 
Colorado.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor today to speak in memory of Jim Kelley, a 
noble cowboy that will be forever remembered for the dedication and 
bravery he displayed in his defense of America's freedom. He epitomizes 
the best of our country by demonstrating courage, selfless service and 
honor in abundance. He was a man of principle and courage; every life 
he touched is blessed for knowing this hero.

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