[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 71 (Wednesday, June 7, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1044]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   IN MEMORY OF DAVID P. SMITH, DELAWARE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 
                               EXECUTIVE

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                            HON. CURT WELDON

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 7, 2006

  Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mark the 
tragic and untimely passing of David P. Smith, a Delaware County 
Chamber of Commerce executive and a lifelong community activist, who 
leaves behind a legacy of service to his hometown--Media, 
Pennsylvania--where he was known as ``Mr. Media.''
  Dave's untimely death is deeply felt by the entire Media community. 
In celebration of his life a tribute was held yesterday (June 6, 2006) 
at the Media Theater where his family and friends gathered to remember 
this remarkable man. Everyone shared words of praise, joyful memories, 
and personal stories I know will be told for many years to come. 
Everyone always marveled how Dave could be so active in so many 
business, political and community endeavors and still have so much time 
for his friends. Dave was successful in his professional life but, more 
importantly, in his personal friendships. He was always there for those 
who needed a kind word, and he always had a ready smile and warm 
greeting.
  Dave lived life with a passion for everything he did, and he worked 
tirelessly for the betterment of his community. He was active with the 
Swarthmore Players Club, the Media Republicans, the Delaware County 
Press Club, the Brandywine Conservancy and the Middletown Business and 
Professional Association. He demonstrated, by example, the kind of work 
that can be achieved when one is committed, involved and enthusiastic 
about making his community a better place to live.
  Mr. Speaker, yesterday Delaware County said goodbye to a favorite 
son. I offer my condolences to his family, his friends and his beloved 
community. I know that while Dave is no longer with us, his legacy will 
continue for many years to come.




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