[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 169 (Thursday, November 20, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2358-E2359]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      PAYING TRIBUTE TO JAMES FUNK

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 19, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a solemn heart that I take this 
opportunity to pay tribute to the life of James Funk who recently

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passed away at the age of 85. Jim was a pillar of the Hayden, Colorado 
community, and 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, a native Coloradan, grew up in various towns in the mountains 
of the West. He lived in Steamboat Springs, Hayden, and McCoy. 
Following high school, Jim answered his country's call to duty and 
served in the United States Army for four years. In 1947, Jim married 
Avis Hooker, his wife of 56 years.
   Throughout his life, Jim was active in numerous community groups, 
including the Farm Bureau, the Upper Yampa River Water Conservancy 
Board, the Hayden School Board, and the Routt County Planning 
Commission. He was a member and former Commander of the Hayden American 
Legion Post and a member of the Hayden Congregational Church. In 
addition, Jim was instrumental in organizing the West Routt Fire 
Protection District. Despite his busy schedule, Jim managed to be a 
loving father, husband and friend.
   Mr. Speaker, James Funk's 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 Hayden 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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