[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 49 (Wednesday, April 6, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E655]
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          HONORING SAM HANNA ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT

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                            HON. MIKE PENCE

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, April 6, 2011

  Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the long and storied 
career of Sam Hanna. Sam is not only a friend, but a man whom I greatly 
admire.
  Sam has strength of character and a true servant's heart in his 
community. After graduating from Anderson High school, he went on to 
receive a degree in Administration of Criminal Justice from Anderson 
University and then graduated from the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy. 
He is a member of the Madison Park Church of God, and coached football 
in the Anderson community for thirty years. Never one to sit on the 
sidelines, Sam has boldly answered the call of duty even in the face of 
danger.
  In 1978 Sam was shot six times in the line of duty--in the face, 
chest, and arm. Yet even after that tragedy, Sam remained dedicated to 
public service and only recently retired after 37 years of service with 
the Madison County Sheriff's Department.
  Those who know Sam and worked with him on the sheriff's department 
recognize him for his dedication to helping others and willingness to 
do whatever it takes. He served selflessly day after day, and received 
the distinguished ``Law Enforcement Officer of the Year'' award five 
times. I know that his integrity and commitment to the cause will 
forever be an example to those who serve after him.
  Though Sam has officially retired from the Madison County Sheriff's 
Department, he continues to serve as Investigator of Senior Protective 
Services for the Prosecutor of Madison County. He is a dedicated 
husband of more than thirty years to his bride Lori, and the father of 
three sons--Kris, Matt, and Andrew.
  Today I honor Sam's legacy of service, and wish to express my sincere 
gratitude for his leadership. I am grateful for his friendship and look 
forward to his continued community impact. He is truly an inspiration.

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