[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 105 (Thursday, July 28, 2005)]
[Senate]
[Pages S9276-S9277]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             IN MEMORIAM: POLICE OFFICER NELS DANIEL NIEMI

  Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I take this opportunity to honor the 
memory of the late Nels Daniel Niemi, an officer with the city of San 
Leandro Police Department. Officer Niemi was a 3-year veteran of the 
San Leandro Police Department who dedicated his life to his family, 
community, and Nation. He was tragically killed in the line of duty on 
July 25, 2005.
  Officer Niemi was born 42 years ago in Guam. A graduate of De La 
Salle High School in Concord, CA, Officer Niemi first worked as a 
network administrator in the computer industry. Officer Niemi also 
taught self-defense and gun-awareness classes, which raised his 
longtime interest in law enforcement. Four years ago, he decided to 
switch careers, and enrolled in the Police Academy. An officer with the 
San Leandro Police Department for the last 3 years, he excelled at his 
job. He was a dedicated and caring officer, who often used his computer 
expertise in investigations. Through his hard work

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and dedication to public safety, Officer Niemi earned the respect and 
admiration of those with whom he worked.
  Officer Niemi will long be remembered for his courage, service, and 
bravery. He will be missed by all who knew him. Officer Niemi is 
survived by his parents Rudie and Mildred Niemi; brother Jim; wife 
Dionne; daughter Gabrielle; and stepson Josh Hewitt. I extend my 
deepest sympathies to his family.

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