[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 88 (Monday, June 16, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1269]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO DR. DONALD F. WHALEN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                  in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 16, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to stand before this body of 
Congress and this nation to pay tribute to an outstanding citizen from 
my district. Donald Whalen of Durango, Colorado has touched countless 
lives. He has served as a coach, friend, and mentor to the students of 
Fort Lewis College. The respect for Donald in the Durango area cannot 
be overstated, and it is for this reason that Fort Lewis College has 
dedicated their gymnasium to him.
  Donald has committed his life to Fort Lewis, serving in numerous 
leadership positions within the school. He has worked as a physical 
education teacher, head coach of the men's golf and basketball teams, 
director of athletics, and interim school president. While performing 
these duties, Donald has always made time for his students. He provides 
them with friendship, advice, counseling, and has an attentive ear. One 
student even refers to Donald as ``Mr. Everything.''
  Mr. Speaker, Donald Whalen is an outstanding member of his community, 
a man who certainly deserves recognition before this body of Congress 
and this nation. The hard work and dedication that Donald has given to 
Fort Lewis has positively impacted the lives of many students. It is 
clear that Donald has influenced America's youth, and I hope that his 
message of kindness, generosity, and resiliency will spread. Thank you, 
Donald, for your dedication to the community.

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