[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 192 (Thursday, December 17, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E3023]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING U.S. MARINE CORPS VETERAN JOHN D. DAY

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                          HON. ERIC J.J. MASSA

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 16, 2009

  Mr. MASSA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to laud the lifelong 
achievements, patriotism and honorable milita service to our country by 
U.S. Marine Corps veteran John D. Day of Hornell, New York. It is a 
distinct honor to submit his name before the United States House of 
Representatives for his numerous contributions to the 29th 
Congressional District and a grateful Nation.
  A graduate of Hornell High School, John went on to study Criminal 
Justice at Finger Lakes Community College and Corning Community College 
where he balanced his academic studies with his participation on the 
collegiate baseball teams. After completing his studies, John heeded 
the call of duty and enlisted with the U.S. Marine Corps where he 
served until his honorable discharge in 2000, after 4 years of service.
  John then embarked on a career path of public service as a member of 
various, local police departments where he achieved the rank of 
Sergeant while simultaneously working towards the completion of his 
associates degree.
  As a training officer, John was credited with designing and 
implementing numerous programs to better train officers and to improve 
job performance. Tragically, while en route to work at the Bath VA 
Police Department on October 27, 2008, John was killed when his vehicle 
was hit by a drunk driver.
  Since the accident, John was posthumously promoted to Lieutenant and 
was honored in April as the United States Department of Veteran Affairs 
Police Officer of the Year at the Annual Law Enforcement Banquet. John 
was also cited by the VA National Central Office for his perfect record 
maintaining and completing all training records. In addition, the last 
two classes at the Federal Police Officer Academy at Little Rock, 
Arkansas, dedicated their graduation and hard work to the way John 
performed his duties at work and the professionalism he demonstrated.
  On behalf of the United States House of Representatives, it is my 
honor to recognize Officer John D. Day's contributions to his country 
and community.

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