[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 48 (Thursday, April 27, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E640]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                PAYING TRIBUTE TO LTC PHIL WAGNER, USMC

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                           HON. JON C. PORTER

                               of nevada

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 27, 2006

  Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of LTC Phil 
Wagner, U.S. Marine Corps. Phil died at the age of 87 this past 
February.
  Phil Wagner, one of the ``Greatest Generation'' served in World War 
II and retired from the Reserves having attained the rank of lieutenant 
colonel. Lieutenant Colonel Wagner was a member of the American Legion 
for 52 years and served as Post 31's commander in 1970-71. He then took 
over the demanding job of adjutant, a post he held from 1972-1997, 25 
years, with only one hiatus in 1977. He was not only active as a member 
and administrator of Post 31, but also of Grace Community Church, 
Boulder City Hospital Board and the BPOE Elks Club. Phil's dedication 
to his fellow veterans and to the community as a whole is admirable.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor the life of LTC Phil Wagner. His 
death is a profound loss for the community.

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