[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 21 (Tuesday, March 1, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E316]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


         RECOGNIZING RICHARD JAMES BUTLER ON HIS 73RD BIRTHDAY

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                       HON. STEPHANIE TUBBS JONES

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 1, 2005

  Mrs. JONES of Ohio. I rise today to join the many friends of Richard 
James Butler in recognition of his life and the commemoration of his 
73rd birthday. His many years of dedication to his family, community, 
and service in the United States Army and the United States Postal 
Service are praiseworthy.
  Richard James Butler was born in Cleveland, Ohio on March 6 in of the 
year 1932 to Samuel Butler and Gladys Butler. The third of eight 
brothers and sisters, he attended and graduated from East Technical 
High School where he was a standout on the track team. In 1952, the 
year after his graduation, showing a strong sense of duty to his 
country, Richard enlisted in the United States Army and served in the 
Korean War. He was injured in the line of duty in the Battle of Pork 
Chop Hill in 1953. For his courage, bravery, and valor, Richard was 
awarded a Purple Heart.
  In 1955, Richard married the object of his affection, Ruth 
Washington. A man of self-reliance, he undertook in architecture while 
still employed at the United State Postal Service. He contributed to 
the design and building of the homes in which he and his beloved Ruth 
raised their three children: Michael, Marcus, and Marla.
  While an employee of the United States Postal Service, Richard was 
very active in the American Postal Worker's Union serving various 
offices, including that of Union President. He was also elected to the 
position of National Business Agent, representing union members in 
individual disputes with the Postal Service. After retiring from the 
Postal Service in 1990, Richard continued his work as a National 
Business Agent until his passing on the morning of July 5, 2002.
  He was known as a strong provider, teacher, protector and friend with 
a smile regarded as one of the warmest. Though we will be greatly 
missed, his tenacious spirit and untiring love will remain an 
inspiration to us all.
  On behalf of the Congress of the United States and citizens of the 
11th Congressional District of Ohio, I join in the celebration of life 
of Richard James Butler.

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