[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 117 (Friday, September 24, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1694]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              TRIBUTE TO PRIVATE FIRST CLASS DEVIN GRELLA

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                           HON. RALPH REGULA

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 23, 2004

  Mr. REGULA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to acknowledge Devin Grella, a 
constituent from the 16th District of Ohio, who sacrificed his life 
fighting for our country. Private First Class Devin Grella of the 706th 
Transportation Company of the Army Reserve died when incendiaries 
exploded near his convoy.
  A graduate of Medina High School, Pfc Grella was an Eagle Scout in 
Boy Scout Troop 503 and was active in choir and athletics, 
participating in both cross-country and lacrosse. Everyone who knew him 
regarded him as a happy, gentle, and caring man. After his term of 
service, he planned to go to college in Utah and join ROTC in order to 
become an officer.
  This exceptional young man exhibited valor and a commitment to 
serving our country. Without people of Pfc Grella's quality, the Nation 
would fail to carry out its task as a protector of freedom.
  My deepest sympathy and prayers are extended to his family and 
friends who are now in mourning. I pray for the safety of our 
servicemen and women and thank them for their dedication to the defense 
of our Nation.

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