[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 74 (Tuesday, May 8, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E602]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           IN HONOR OF THE LIFE OF CHARLES ``CHUCK'' J. WEIR

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                         HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 8, 2018

  Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor 
the life of Mr. Chuck Weir, who recently passed away at the age of 86, 
just hours before his 87th birthday. As a resident of Leesburg, 
Virginia, Chuck devoted his life to his family and public service, 
living as a selfless community servant. He was dedicated to his beloved 
wife of 57 years, the late Darlene Weir and together they raised four 
children, Sue Ellen Jones, Maureen Kay Woods, Gregory Allen Weir, and 
Jeffery Charles Weir.
  Chuck was a respected leader in the Commonwealth who brought honor 
and integrity to everything he did. His deep passion for service left 
an impression on every person he met. During the Korean War, he 
enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, receiving an honorable 
discharge as a Staff Sargeant. Chuck carried a passionate spirit 
throughout this world and always shared it unto his colleagues.
  Upon completing his undergraduate degree, Chuck taught junior high 
school in Oregon. In 1957, he returned to service in the USMC with a 
commission as a Second Lieutenant. Chuck thoroughly enjoyed his 17 
years as an officer in the Marine Corps. He retired as a Major in 1970 
due to combat disability after he was seriously wounded during his 
service in Vietnam. Chuck was awarded a Purple Heart for his injuries. 
He also received his MPA in Computer Science from American University 
in 1970. His second career as a civil servant for the United States 
Government was cut short due to another injury that left him 
permanently disabled in 1976.
  Chuck then devoted his life as a citizen who profoundly impacted our 
community. He was selfless and dedicated to bettering the world around 
him. He served on the school board for the Falls Church City Public 
Schools. He was a member and President of the Homeowner Association 
boards where he lived in Oakton and Lansdowne, Virginia. Chuck had a 
drive and a passion to support the people and causes he held dear. He 
also served the youth of his community as a member and President of the 
Arlington Optimist Club. Chuck served as a member of the C&O Canal 
National Park Commission for 21 years, making sure that this hometown 
National Park was preserved and protected for all to enjoy. He was 
honored to serve veterans as a member and President of the board for 
the Virginia Veterans Care Center in Salem, Virginia.
  Chuck was an architect of the Republican party and we will forever be 
grateful for his service. He was a member of the committee for 
President Ronald Reagan's inauguration. Chuck was the Republican 
Party's 10th Congressional District Chairman in Northern Virginia. He 
was also a Virginia delegate to the Republican National Convention, and 
he served on the State Central Committee of the Republican Party of 
Virginia.
  In all passions, Chuck was enthusiastic about serving people. His 
presence was noticed by more than just his friends and family as he 
always displayed wisdom and strength and constantly mentored those 
around him. His heart was sincere, and his legacy serves as inspiration 
for others to also endure in public service.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me as we recognize the many 
contributions of Chuck Weir. The impact he has had on the Commonwealth 
of Virginia and to our country will never be forgotten, and I offer our 
deepest condolences to the Weir family.

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