[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 24 (Thursday, February 7, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E143]
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             CELEBRATION AND RECOGNITION OF GEORGE SCIMGER

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                           HON. PAUL MITCHELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, February 7, 2019

  Mr. MITCHELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Elba Township 
Deputy Fire Chief George Scimger's 45 years of service to Lapeer 
County.
   Born and raised in North Branch, Michigan, Mr. Scimger has served 
and protected our community for decades, working his way from a 
firefighter, to captain, to assistant chief, and now deputy chief.
   In addition to his duties as a firefighter, firefighting instructor, 
and hazmat instructor, Mr. Scimger has contributed to many 
organizations serving as chairman for both the Lapeer County Fire 
Association and the Michigan State Firemen's Association.
   George has been honored many times for his commitment to the 
community. The Lapeer County Fire Association awarded him the award for 
Firefighter of the Year and Outstanding Officer two times. Also, his 
home township, Elba Township, awarded him the Chief's Award two times.
   He has been a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather to his wife 
of 53 years, Carol, their three children, and four grandchildren.
   I join George's family, friends, and the Lapeer County community in 
thanking him for the years of service and wish him well in his 
retirement.

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