[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 35 (Thursday, March 11, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E357]
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IN RECOGNITION OF GLEN KROHN FOR HIS YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE NEW LENOX 
                        FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

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                       HON. DEBORAH L. HALVORSON

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 11, 2010

  Mrs. HALVORSON. Madam Speaker, on April 3, 2010, friends, family, and 
colleagues of Glen Krohn will gather to celebrate his 50 years of 
service to the New Lenox Fire Protection District. Today I join the 
chorus of praise for Glen's service.
  Glen, a 70 year resident of New Lenox, began his service to the New 
Lenox Fire Protection District on December 8, 1960. When he first 
began, Glen gave his time for little or no pay. His role in the fire 
department grew as he devoted additional time and effort for what he 
viewed as a great cause.
  Glen began his life of service to our country with three years in the 
US Army. He then began a half century of service to the New Lenox Fire 
Protection District. He has served as Lieutenant Engineer, Chief 
Engineer, and, since 1997, as Trustee. Glen has twice been awarded the 
honor of Firefighter of the Year. He is known to his colleagues as the 
historian of the fire district and is said to possess a heart of gold.
  Glen is also a loving grandfather, father, and husband. Glen and his 
wife, Doris, have been married for 56 years and have three children and 
seven grandchildren.
  The 11th Congressional District of Illinois and the community of New 
Lenox owe Glen Krohn a debt of gratitude. I am proud to represent him 
and all the wonderful firefighters who serve the 11th District. I 
congratulate Glen on being honored by his colleagues and wish him 
continued success.

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