[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 54 (Monday, April 16, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E521]
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                          LARRY DECKER TRIBUTE

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                          HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 16, 2012

  Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Larry Decker of 
Pueblo, Colorado.
  After earning his education and serving in the U.S. Navy Mr. Decker 
moved to Pueblo. Always a strong leader in the community, Mr. Decker 
was frequently involved in Veterans activities and organizations. He 
was a proud member of American Legion Post 207 and served a leadership 
role among his peers. As the senior vice commander of Post 207, Mr. 
Decker was highly respected not only in the American Legion but also in 
the Pueblo community.
  As enthusiastic as he was with helping others in the community, his 
real passion was his family. He leaves behind his wife Joan who has 
been by his side since 1964. Together they raised a loving family that 
includes two daughters and three grandchildren. On April 5th, the city 
of Pueblo and the State of Colorado lost a great man.
  Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Larry Decker. I rise today 
to thank him for his work on behalf of the citizens of Pueblo, and for 
his service to our nation. May he rest in peace.

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