[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 87 (Thursday, June 10, 2010)]
[Senate]
[Page S4846]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       REMEMBERING DAVID CURLING

 Mrs. LINCOLN. Mr. President, today I pay tribute to 
firefighter David Curling of Pine Bluff who made the ultimate sacrifice 
while working to keep his fellow Arkansans safe.
  In late May, David lost his life after a 4-month battle with injuries 
he sustained when a wall fell on him during a January fire. A 14-year 
firefighting veteran, he was a lieutenant assigned to Station 3 at 30th 
Avenue and Ash Street in Pine Bluff.
  I extend my heartfelt condolences to David's family, who mourn the 
loss of their loved one. David bravely and courageously fought to 
protect the lives of those under his watch.
  Along with all Arkansans, I recognize the courage, bravery, and 
dedication of our Arkansas emergency responders, who risk their lives 
each day to keep our citizens safe. We must do all we can to honor and 
remember those who make the ultimate sacrifice, as well as the family 
members, friends, and fellow officers they left behind. I thank these 
public servants for their service and sacrifice.

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