[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 168 (Wednesday, November 19, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2320]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO JAMES DORR

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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 James Dorr who passed away 
recently at the age of 64. Jim was a pillar of the Steamboat Springs, 
Colorado community. As his family mourns their loss, I think it is 
appropriate that we remember Jim's life and celebrate his contributions 
to our nation today.
   Jim's childhood was spent on his family's ranch in the Middle Elk 
River Valley. After graduating from Steamboat Springs High School, Jim 
attended Colorado State University where he joined the ROTC program. 
Upon graduation from college, Jim was commissioned as a second 
lieutenant in the United States Air Force and entered pilot training in 
1962. He was stationed at Laughlin Air force Base in Del Rio, Texas, 
where he trained to be an expert pilot of the B-52 bomber.
   In 1964, Jim married Margaret Eskeldson, who would be his wife of 
forty years. He answered his country's call to duty and went on to 
serve during the Vietnam conflict as the pilot of a bomber crew that 
logged 120 combat missions. In a time of war, Jim's courage, conviction 
and patriotism shone through, proving him to be a true hero. By war's 
end, Jim's service had earned him the rank of Major, as well as 
numerous decorations.
   Upon returning to Steamboat Springs, Jim continued his service to 
our nation through volunteer work. He was an active member of the 
American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. With the Veterans of 
Foreign Wars, Jim served as a Commandant for two terms and was 
instrumental in spearheading a program to create a scholarship for 
veterans' dependents.
   Mr. Speaker, Jim Dorr's dedication and selflessness certainly 
deserve the recognition of this body of Congress and this nation. It is 
my privilege to pay tribute to him for his many contributions to the 
community of Steamboat Springs and our nation. I would like to extend 
my thoughts and deepest sympathies to Jim's family and friends during 
this difficult time of bereavement.

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