[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 62 (Friday, April 27, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E683]
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          COMMEMORATING THE PASSING OF SERGEANT MAXWELL DORLEY

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                         HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN

                            of rhode island

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 27, 2012

  Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I was terribly saddened by the recent 
passing of a Rhode Island resident and a dedicated, 15-year veteran of 
the Providence Police Department, Sergeant Maxwell Dorley. I join his 
family, his colleagues and the people of Rhode Island in mourning this 
great loss.
  Though he was always mindful of the dangers of his profession, 
Sergeant Dorley lived to serve and protect his family and his 
community. He emigrated from Liberia to the United States as a child. 
Throughout his life, he regularly gave back to his native country by 
donating supplies, law enforcement uniforms, and equipment to improve 
Liberian public safety and wellbeing. As a law enforcement officer and 
a beloved member of the Rhode Island community, Sergeant Dorley 
epitomized a dedicated public servant. One of my own staff members was 
fortunate enough to serve with Sergeant Dorley and has spoken with 
great admiration and affection of his kind, generous and courageous 
spirit.
  On Thursday, April 19th, Sergeant Dorley died tragically in the line 
of duty. While responding to a call to assist fellow officers, he tried 
to avoid a car that had turned in front of him, resulting in his 
cruiser crashing into a pole. I share the shock and sadness of the 
Providence Police Department and so many Rhode Islanders with his 
untimely passing. Sergeant Dorley is survived by his wife, Lou, a 
daughter, Amanda, and son, Robert. I offer them my deepest condolences 
at this time of tremendous loss, and I hope they will take great 
comfort in knowing how fondly Max will be remembered by those whose 
lives he touched.

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