[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 53 (Thursday, April 15, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E560]
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                      HONORING GEORGE R. DERR, JR.

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                           HON. JOHN H. ADLER

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 15, 2010

  Mr. ADLER of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute 
to an outstanding South Jersey citizen, Mr. George R. Derr Jr. of 
Willingboro, NJ. One of the greatest pleasures of my service in the 
United States House of Representatives is the opportunity to call the 
Nation's attention to acts of extraordinary service and sacrifice by 
our citizens, and to record those acts as a part of our proud and 
uniquely American history of leadership by the People.
  This year marks 50 years of service for Mr. Derr with the Willingboro 
Volunteer Fire Company #1. He has not only served our country when 
needed, he continues to serve our Nation, State, and community. Mr. 
Derr was a charter member of the Fire Company, which also celebrates 
its 50th anniversary this year. In his many years of service with the 
company, Mr. Derr served as the first corresponding secretary, and has 
also served as President and Chairman of the Board of Fire 
Commissioners.
  In recognizing Mr. George R. Derr, for his extraordinary service, we 
recognize all firefighters. They represent and summon the best in us--
the best of the American character--and we are grateful to them all. 
Therefore Madam Speaker, I hope that you will join me in recognizing 
Mr. George R. Derr, for his many years of service with the Willingboro 
Volunteer Fire Department.

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