[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 87 (Friday, June 13, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1240]
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                       HONORING ESCO BILLINGS JR.

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 12, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to stand before this body of 
Congress today to pay tribute to a hardworking American. Esco Billings 
Jr., of Pueblo, Colorado, selflessly served this great nation 
throughout his long and dedicated life. It is with great pride that I 
take this opportunity to highlight the many contributions Esco made to 
his community throughout his life.
  Esco answered the honorable call to military service twice in his 
lifetime, serving with the U.S. Navy during both World War II and the 
Korean War. Esco continued his life of public service when he returned 
home in 1951, embarking on a career with the Pueblo Fire Department. He 
ascended to the position of Assistant Chief in 1964, where he continued 
to serve until his retirement in 1979.
  Esco's strong commitment to public service was only superseded by his 
devotion to family. Within his extended family of fellow policemen and 
firemen, he will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, and 
grandfather.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to stand before this Congress today to 
recognize Esco's devotion to his family and service to his country. 
Citizens like Esco provide the strength of spirit and character that 
make this nation great. While he will be dearly missed, we can all take 
solace in the fact that Esco's spirit will live on through the lives of 
those whom he has touched.

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