[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 102 (Thursday, July 9, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1704]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    IN RECOGNITION OF DAVID H. DELL

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 8, 2009

  Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
David H. Dell of Dale City, Virginia. Mr. Dell is a retired 20-year 
veteran of the United States Army and an active Dale City resident.
  Mr. Dell's military service began in 1959 at the age of 17. His age 
required that he gain parental consent to join the Army, and his father 
proudly granted him approval hoping it would provide his son with new 
opportunities. Mr. Dell worked to make the most of those opportunities. 
He served a long and distinguished career in the Army, receiving the 
Joint Service Commendation in 1973 for his service in Korea. In 1976, 
he received a diploma from the U.S. Army Transportation School shortly 
before exiting the Army with an Honorable Discharge in 1979.
  Mr. Dell has long been devoted to the quality of life and sense of 
community in Dale City. As a member of the Dale City Volunteer Fire 
Department he has spent countless nights on duty, sacrificing his time 
and safety for the protection of his neighbors and friends. Mr. Dell is 
a Life Member of both the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1503 and the 
Dale City Civic Association. He also serves as the Staging Director of 
the Dale City Independence Day Parade. This year, more than 100 
organizations and thousands of participants marched in the parade. 
Thousands of spectators watched the procession make its way through the 
heart of Dale City and terminate at the Fourth of July Family Fun Day. 
Mr. Dell's participation in civic life contributes to a robust and 
vibrant sense of community in Dale City.
  Mr. Dell's loyalty and passion for service extend into his 
professional life. On May 1, 2009, Mr. Dell commemorated 20 years of 
service with First Transit Incorporated, contractor for the Prince 
William County COMMUTERIDE bus system. This is a remarkable milestone, 
and Mr. Dell's years in the bus system have benefited Prince William 
County commuters and residents.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in applauding David 
H. Dell's accomplishments. His service to his country and community 
represents the ideals we hope to instill in future generations, and by 
commending his accomplishments may we inspire them to follow his 
example.

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