[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 30 (Friday, February 16, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E378]
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 EXPRESSING SORROW OF THE HOUSE AT THE DEATH OF THE HONORABLE CHARLIE 
         NORWOOD, MEMBER OF CONGRESS FROM THE STATE OF GEORGIA

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                               speech of

                    HON. F. JAMES SENSENBRENNER, JR.

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 14, 2007

  Mr. SENSENBRENNER. Mr. Speaker, it is with deep sadness that I mourn 
the loss of my friend and colleague, Congressman Charlie Norwood. 
Charlie was a tenacious fighter in Congress who would not back down 
from his beliefs. More important than his work in the House of 
Representatives, he was a dedicated husband, loving father of two sons 
and a grandfather of four.
  Charlie served his country proudly in Vietnam and was a decorated 
veteran. Upon his return to the states, he practiced dentistry and 
helped countless Georgians. In 1994, he brought his compassion and 
conservative values to Washington. I soon learned that Charlie Norwood 
was a man of impressive character and conviction, with a Southern charm 
and heart of gold.
  Charlie Norwood was a fervent believer in tackling the problem of 
illegal immigration, and I enjoyed working with him to pass immigration 
reform. Charlie made a valuable contribution to the House's immigration 
bill in the 109th Congress by including parts of his CLEAR Act in the 
legislation. I shared his belief that we should direct local law 
enforcement to help us apprehend the illegal immigrants in this country 
who are criminals.
  Charlie courageously battled cancer for a number of years, and he was 
an inspiration to many, including his colleagues on both sides of the 
aisle. I am pleased that I had the opportunity to work with Charlie, 
and my wife Cheryl and I extend our deepest sympathies to Gloria 
Norwood and their entire family.

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