[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 6 (Wednesday, January 26, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E93]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             IN HONOR AND MEMORY OF DETECTIVE LOUIS J. DECK

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 26, 2005

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and remembrance of 
Detective Louis J. Deck, loving father, grandfather, friend and mentor, 
whose life was lived in dedicated and outstanding service to others. As 
a veteran of the United States Navy, Mr. Deck served our country with 
courage and honor. As a veteran police officer and detective with the 
Cleveland Police Department, Detective Deck protected and served the 
citizens of our community with wisdom, compassion, courage and 
integrity.
  Detective Deck began his law enforcement career in 1967, as a police 
officer working in the 4th District of the Cleveland Police Department. 
Just three years later, he was appointed to serve in the Bureau of 
Special Investigations unit and was soon appointed to the position of 
Detective. Detective Deck incorporated his street smarts, brave heart, 
and insight into the human psyche to assist in solving a myriad of 
criminal cases--cases that sprung from the streets and cases that rose 
from corporate greed.
  Detective Deck's nearly forty-year tenure with the Cleveland Police 
Department was framed by honor and achievement. Though modest and 
unimpressed with accolades, Detective Deck's significant contribution 
to our community did not go unnoticed. In 1985 and 1986, Detective Deck 
was awarded commendations by the U.S. House of Representatives for his 
outstanding work as a crime victim liaison. In that capacity, Detective 
Deck worked diligently to uncover every avenue of assistance for crime 
victims and their families. Detective Deck's concern for others 
extended well beyond the bounds of the 4th District. He was a regular 
volunteer with the Cops & Kids programs at Metro General Hospital, 
providing a sunny distraction for young patients through his annual 
transformation from detective to elf. He was also an active member of 
civic organizations, including the Fraternal Order of Police, the 
Cleveland Police Patrolman's Association, and the Cleveland Police 
Historical Society and Museum.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and remembrance 
of Detective Louis J. Deck, as we reflect on his incredible service to 
our community as police officer, detective, veteran, volunteer and 
friend. Detective Deck's integrity, expertise, and focus on protecting 
and reaching out to those in need will forever serve as a shining 
example of all that is good in public service. He lived life with a wry 
smile, quick wit and helping hand, and his legacy of lifting up the 
lives of countless residents, young and old, will serve as a shining 
road upon which others should follow, and will forever uplift our 
entire community. I offer my condolences to his children, 
grandchildren, extended family and many friends. His life and service 
to others will live forever in the hearts of everyone who knew and 
loved him well.




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