[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 90 (Wednesday, June 18, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1300]
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                     TRIBUTE TO CHARLES LEINBERGER

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 18, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great sadness that I recognize 
the passing of Charles Leinberger of Pueblo, Colorado. Charlie, as he 
was known, served his country faithfully as a Marine in the Second 
World War, where he received the Purple Heart. He also served Pueblo 
for many years as an Ambassador for the Greater Pueblo Chamber of 
Commerce. I would like to take this time to pay tribute to the 
honorable contributions Charlie made in defense of our freedoms and his 
involvement in the Pueblo Community.
  Only recently, Charlie was honored by the Chamber of Commerce for 
almost fifty years of work on behalf of that organization. His energy 
and skill in developing the Chamber of Commerce will be missed sorely 
by those he has left behind to continue his work. In addition to his 
labor on behalf of the Chamber, Charlie also volunteered with numerous 
community organizations in Pueblo, bringing his vitality and dedication 
to a number of worthy causes in his community. Charlie's life, his 
patriotism and his altruism will continue to inspire the Pueblo 
community for years to come.
  Mr. Speaker, although it is with sorrow that I stand before you here 
recognizing the passing of Charles Leinberger, I take solace in the 
knowledge that his legacy and example will continue to make my state 
and this country a better place to live. Charles' life and deeds are 
examples to us all and it is fitting that I recognize them before this 
body of Congress and this nation. My prayers go out to Charlie's family 
and friends in this difficult time.

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