[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 43 (Tuesday, March 29, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E538]
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           IN TRIBUTE TO FALLEN POLICE OFFICER ANDREW S. DUNN

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                           HON. MARCY KAPTUR

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 29, 2011

  Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to the life of heroic 
Sandusky, Ohio police officer Andrew Dunn. This past Friday, March 25, 
Officer Dunn, age 30, Badge #2083, was laid to rest in his hometown. 
His beloved wife Julie and young children Caleb, 2, and infant Conner, 
his parents, friends and neighbors were joined by thousands of citizens 
of all ages, hundreds of police officers from near and far, and the 
Sandusky police force to honor his last call.
  Citizens who gathered formed a vanguard for America as their hearts 
united in deep gratitude as well as deep mourning. No words would 
capture the solemnity of the occasion nor the weight of loss all who 
knew Officer Dunn carry.
  Praised as a loving husband, father, son, and friend, officer Dunn 
represented the very finest of citizens in our nation. He laid down his 
life for us, said those who spoke at the service, negotiating the thin 
blue line of freedom.
  His comrades offered tributes and prayed in one voice the Policeman's 
Prayer:

     Lord I ask you for courage
     Courage to face and conquer my own fears
     Courage to take me where others will not go
     I ask for strength
     Strength of body to protect others
     And strength of spirit to lead others
     I ask for dedication
     Dedication to my job to do it well
     Dedication to my family to love them well
     Dedication to my community to serve it well and keep it safe
     Give me Lord, concern for others who trust me
     And compassion for those who need me
     And Lord through it all, Be beside me

  In honored memory of Andrew S. Dunn, March 11, 1981--March 19, 2011. 
Rest in Peace, good and faithful public servant.

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