[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 168 (Wednesday, November 19, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2318]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO PAUL WILLIAMS

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 18, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a solemn heart that I take this 
opportunity to pay tribute to the life of Paul Williams who recently 
passed away at the age of 90. Paul was a pillar of the Glenwood 
Springs, Colorado community, and as his family mourns their loss, I 
think it is appropriate that we remember his life and celebrate his 
contributions to our nation today.
   Paul moved to Colorado in 1937 and in 1941 he married Catherine 
Ukele, his wife of 62 years. During World War II, Paul answered his 
country's call to duty and served honorably as a member of the Signal 
Corps in Africa and throughout Europe. Following the war, Paul returned 
to Glenwood Springs where he went to work for the City's Municipal 
Electric Company. An accomplished electrician, Paul used his talents 
for the betterment of his community. He was among five men who built 
and erected a lighted cross on red mountain, and he delighted in 
maintaining the lights of the Glenwood Springs High School football 
field.
   Paul will be remembered as a valued member of the Glenwood Springs 
community. He was a 35-year member of the Glenwood Springs Volunteer 
Fire Department, the American Legion, the Eastern Star and the Masonic 
Lodge. There is no question that Glenwood Springs is a better place as 
the result of Paul's tireless service.
   Mr. Speaker, Paul Williams' dedication and selflessness certainly 
deserve the recognition of this body of Congress. It is my privilege to 
pay tribute to him for his contributions to the community of Glenwood 
Springs and our nation. I would like to extend my thoughts and deepest 
sympathies to Paul's family and friends during this difficult time of 
bereavement.

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