[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 100 (Wednesday, July 9, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1428]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                IN HONOR OF THE REVEREND JOHN C. DALTON

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 9, 2003

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
the Reverend John C. Dalton, pastor of Holy Name Parish, on the 
occasion of his retirement from active ministry.
  Father Dalton began serving the Northeast Ohio community in May, 
1948, when he was ordained into the priesthood. He ministered to 
families and individuals in Akron, Lorain, Cleveland and Tallmadge 
before joining Holy Name Parish in 1972. Father Dalton became pastor of 
Holy Name in 1973, and has served the parishioners at Holy Name for the 
past thirty years.
  Father Dalton's legacy to the Holy Name community will forever be 
embedded within each new generation of parishioners at Holy Name 
Parish. During his ministry at Holy Name church, Father Dalton was 
instrumental in maintaining the structural beauty of Holy Name church--
one of the most stunning edifices in the Greater Cleveland area. 
Moreover, Father Dalton leaves a legacy of sincere compassion and 
commitment to each member of his congregation. His kind words, deeds 
and spiritual assistance to those in need will be forever remembered, 
and he will be greatly missed by the entire Holy Name community.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor and recognition 
of Father John C. Dalton, on the occasion of his retirement from the 
active ministry. Father Dalton--spiritual leader, compassionate 
counselor, wise administrator, and friend to all--will remain in the 
hearts and souls of all who know him. The parishioners Father Dalton 
has served, especially those within the Holy Name community, will 
always remember his integrity, kindness, compassion and dedication, and 
his legacy and example will live on for generations to come.

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