[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 9 (Tuesday, January 31, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E33]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                IN MEMORY OF DR. CHARLES HANSON SAUNDERS

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                        HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 31, 2006

  Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember Dr. Charles Hanson 
Saunders, a wonderful man and a friend to the community of Denton, 
Texas. Dr. Saunders passed away peacefully on Monday, December 26th, 
2005 at his home at the age of 90.
  Dr. Saunders was born on March 17, 1915 to Mr. and Mrs. Charles and 
Frances Saunders. Born and raised in Denton, he spent his life serving 
our country and committing his life to continuing education and working 
vigorously. He became involved in the Boy Scouts of America at an early 
age and eventually earned his Eagle award. He is responsible for 
starting the fIrst Cub Scout den in Denton and continued to support the 
Boy Scouts of America throughout his lifetime.
  His formal education began at North Texas State Teachers College 
where he earned a Bachelor of Science in 1935. Later, Dr. Saunders 
attended Baylor University College of Dentistry and went on to receive 
his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Michigan 
College of Dentistry in 1938.
  After graduation, Dr. Charles Saunders returned to Denton and 
established his dental practice alongside his father. Later, he 
volunteered and entered the Army Air Force Dental Corps where he served 
his country while stationed in England during World War II with the 
39200 Bomber Group. He returned and married Ms. Mabel Pearson, and they 
celebrated their 60th Anniversary in early 2005.
  Dr. Saunders returned to his dental practice in Denton and then 
specialized in the practice of periodontics until his retirement in 
1986.
  A lifetime member of the Denton Kiwanis Club, Dr. Saunders served on 
the board of directors as well as on the board of directors for the 
Children's Clinic Trust. He received the Hixon Award from Kiwanis 
International for his outstanding service to the club. Additionally, he 
was extremely involved in the First Presbyterian Church of Denton. Over 
his lifetime membership, he served as a deacon and an elder. He was 
also a cofounder, board member and vice president of the Clear Creek 
Watershed Authority in Denton County. Dr. Saunders also served in 
leadership positions for the Flow Memorial Hospital for 10 years.
  Dr. Saunders was a wonderful contributor to many local activities. 
His leadership and support created many opportunities for the members 
of his community. Today, I would like to recognize and celebrate the 
life of Dr. Charles H. Saunders. He was intelligent, giving and a true 
American. Charles leaves behind his lovely wife, Mrs. Mabel Pearson 
Saunders; his two children Charles P. Saunders and Gail P. Saunders; 
three grandchildren, Rachel Pryor, Kierstin Rusk and Nicholas Burgess; 
eight greatgrandchildren; and two nieces, Carolyn Thayer and Lois 
Hudman.

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