[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 69 (Wednesday, May 6, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1072]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                             ROBERT KNISELY

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                           HON. ADRIAN SMITH

                              of nebraska

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 6, 2009

  Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Madam Speaker, I rise today in remembrance of 
Robert Knisely, a friend to all of Nebraska and a man whose 
philanthropy over the years--many times anonymous in nature--will be 
missed.
  Born in Shubert, Nebraska, Bob served our country honorably during 
World War II, captaining B-17 and B-29 bombers in the U.S. Army Air 
Corps.
  After the war, Bob founded Midwest Construction Company which became 
a nationally recognized heavy construction contractor for more than 56 
years. He did not rest on his laurels, instead earning a reputation for 
a man who loved and lived his work. He returned this success to the 
State of Nebraska not only through private philanthropy, but also by 
working to make our State a better place.
  Bob's strength was his ability to tap into the humor, empathy and 
charm which made him well-liked by everyone who knew him.
  A driven man, a passionate Husker fan, and a loving husband, father 
and grandfather, Bob will be missed. My thoughts and prayers remain 
with his family.

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