[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 144 (Thursday, November 3, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2246]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF MARSHALL W. BUSEY

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 2, 2005

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in tribute and recognition of 
Marshall W. Busey of Cleveland, OH, upon his induction into the Ohio 
Veterans Hall of Fame, Class of 2005.
  Mr. Busey was one of 20 inductees selected by a 13-member executive 
committee comprised of veteran leaders from throughout Ohio. He served 
our country as a member of the United States Army with honor, bravery 
and integrity, qualities he continues to bring to all personal, civic 
and professional endeavors within his life.
  Mr. Busey's unwavering service to the veterans of our community has 
served to uplift the lives of countless veterans and their families. He 
led the effort to raise funds to purchase a 32-foot motor home 
converted for use by VA patients. He is President of the Memorial Day 
Association of Cuyahoga County and was Past President of the Greater 
Cleveland Veterans' Council. For 39 years, he served as the Sergeant of 
the Memorial Day ``Rough Riders Firing Squad'' and as the City of 
Cleveland Memorial Day Color Guard Sergeant for 14 years. Mr. Busey is 
an active member of the American Legion and was honored as the 
Legionnaire of the Year in 1975 and 1976. His service to others extends 
throughout the community, where he is active in raising funds for many 
charitable organizations.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor and recognition 
of Marshall W. Busey, upon his induction into the Ohio Veterans Hall of 
Fame. Mr. Busey's honorable and dedicated service to his family, 
community and to our Nation serves to strengthen and give hope to the 
members of our community, thereby strengthening our entire Nation.

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