[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 107 (Thursday, June 26, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1374-E1375]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    IN REMEMBRANCE OF CHARLES SEBES

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 26, 2008

  Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise today in remembrance and honor of 
Charles Sebes, a beloved figure in Cleveland area politics and a loving 
husband, father, and grandfather. This past June we gathered to 
celebrate Chuck's retirement as Parma Democratic City Ward Leader.

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   Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of Charles 
Sebes, upon the occasion of his retirement after twenty years of 
service as the Parma Democratic City Ward Leader. His unwavering 
dedication to the Party, to his community, and to the rights of working 
men and women is framed by honor and integrity.
   Chuck has spent hundreds of hours volunteering on numerous political 
campaigns and causes throughout his life. During the past 30 years, 
Chuck has taken an active role in organizing the Northern Ohio Labor 
Day Parade. As Secretary of Parma Southwest Cope, Chuck has chaired the 
reverse raffle committee for the past twenty-five years. He has also 
been the Chairman of Parma's Democratic Steak Roast for twenty years. 
Chuck's devotion and enthusiasm consistently inspire those around him 
and has made all of these events successful.
   During his twenty-two years of employment with the National Tool 
Company, Chuck served as President of the United Steel Workers of 
America, Local 4827. Governor Richard Celeste appointed Chuck to the 
Ohio Regional Board of Review for Worker's Compensation. In 1991, 
Martin Vittardi, Clerk of Parma Municipal Court, appointed Chuck to be 
the Chief Deputy Clerk of Court. His friendship is coveted not only by 
myself and Marty, but by numerous individuals whose lives have been 
touched by his energetic spirit, kindness and loyalty.
   As Chief Deputy and Supervisor, his colleagues and staff know him to 
be a man who is passionate about all aspects of his life. They respect 
Chuck for his fairness and for being a man of his word. He believes 
that patience is a virtue and was reassuring that a task would get 
done, never hesitating to become part of the solution. They appreciate 
Chuck for always looking out for their best interest, fighting for what 
they deserve and for being valued by him. His reputation for being a 
prankster and for his colorful way of telling a joke is legendary. 
Chuck is a wise and generous man, and he is a true friend to the people 
in his life.
   Evelyn, his wife of 52 years, and their wonderful family have 
sustained Chuck with a lifetime of support. Joe, Jim, Janet and Joyce, 
have blessed them with seven grandchildren. Chuck and Evelyn's children 
and grandchildren continue to be their pride and joy.

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