[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 113 (Monday, July 16, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1532]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                PAYING TRIBUTE TO JAMES ``SKOGIE'' LENON

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                           HON. JON C. PORTER

                               of nevada

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 16, 2007

  Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of my good 
friend James `Skogie' Lenon, who passed away on May 5, 2007. Skogie was 
a dear friend who was instrumental in helping me get established early 
in my career.
  A longtime resident of Boulder City, NV, James `Skogie' Lenon made a 
huge impact on the life of his community. Skogie earned his nickname 
from a t-shirt he often wore, which read, ``Muskogee YMCA''. Skogie was 
a caring man, who worked often to uphold the small-town, family-
oriented feel of Boulder City. In 1955, Skogie was on the original 
committee to help raise funds for the Boulder City Hospital. During 
World War II, unable to join the military due to a childhood illness, 
he became Assistant Director of the Boulder City United Service 
Organizations. After the war, he became a Naval Reserve Officer. Skogie 
helped in building and operating the first skating rink, as well as the 
first city swimming pool in Boulder City. He was President of the 
Boulder City Recreation Association and a member of the Boulder City 
Golf Association. He spent much of his time enjoying golf, and played a 
large part in adding nine holes at the Boulder City Municipal Golf 
Course.
  Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor the life and service of James 
`Skogie' Lenon. Skogie was a true patriot, having devoted his life to 
his community and country. His dedication to service should serve as an 
example to us all.

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