[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 19 (Wednesday, February 6, 2008)]
[Senate]
[Page S728]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          TRIBUTE TO JOHN ROCK

 Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, today I wish to honor the life of 
John Rock, who passed away in November of 2007. John was an invaluable 
member of the Black Hills community, and he will be truly missed by all 
who knew him.
  John will be remembered for his dedication to service in the Black 
Hills region. He made many invaluable contributions to the region 
through his extensive knowledge and life experiences. This dedication 
was evident through John's support of the Mammoth Site museum in Hot 
Springs, SD. He worked with the finance/personnel and governance 
committees and the board of directors of the Mammoth Site of Hot 
Springs, SD, Inc., from 2001 to 2007.
  In addition to his being recognized by the Mammoth Site board, two 
theater seats will be dedicated to John and his wife Bonnie. A plaque 
in John's honor will also be placed on the Memorial Wall at the Mammoth 
Site.
  John Rock's absence will be deeply felt in the Black Hills community. 
He was a truly dedicated individual who will be remembered for his 
lifetime of service to others.

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