[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 18 (Thursday, February 12, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E181]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     TRIBUTE TO ROBERT GREENE BAKER

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 11, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise before 
you today to pay tribute to a man from my district. Robert Greene 
Baker, of Grand Junction, Colorado, passed away recently at the age of 
eighty-eight. Robert will be remembered as a patriot and devoted 
community member, and it is my honor to recognize his life and 
accomplishments before this body of Congress here today.
  After serving his country as a Marine in World War II, Robert 
returned to Colorado. He later married his best friend Mary, a loving 
marriage that lasted sixty-three years. Together, they raised three 
wonderful children. Robert spent almost four decades with the Public 
Service Company of Colorado, earning the title of supervisor. Upon 
retiring, Robert was fortunate to enjoy time spent fishing and 
traveling to a variety of exotic locations with his family. Robert was 
also passionate about giving back to his community. He could be found 
volunteering for a variety of civic organizations, such as the Mesa 
County United Way, Grand Junction Planning Commission and the Grand 
Junction Chamber of Commerce.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to rise before this body of Congress to 
pay tribute to the life of Robert Greene Baker. Robert served this 
nation and he leaves behind a legacy of dedication and commitment to 
his family and community. My heart goes out to his family and friends 
during this difficult time of bereavement.

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