[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 5 (Tuesday, January 25, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E70]
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                         IN HONOR OF MEL VERCOE

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                             HON. SAM FARR

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 25, 2005

  Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mel J. Vercoe, who 
passed away on October 6th at the age of 89. Mel's life-long dedication 
to activism and public service will forever remind us of the importance 
of courage and service in our community.
  Mel was a 1933 graduate of Mt. Vernon High School in Washington 
State. He served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II 
and moved to the Monterey Peninsula in 1963 with his wife Dolores and 
his two children Ken and Linda.
  As an architect and contractor, Mel was involved in the construction 
business for over 50 years. Mel was well known for his many ``Letters 
to the Editor'' which appeared in the Monterey Herald and other local 
newspapers. A politician at heart, Mel always gave his take on issues 
to help the community.
  Mr. Speaker, I wish to remember Mel for his honorable service to our 
country and his contributions to our community. While he will be sorely 
missed, his life will continue to inspire those he touched.

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