[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 25 (Friday, February 8, 2019)]
[House]
[Pages H1485-H1486]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING THE LIFE OF DICK AMES

  (Mr. EMMER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. EMMER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to remember the life of Dick 
Ames, a great friend who recently passed. Dick's contributions to the 
great State of Minnesota are countless. His impact on our progress and 
the future of our great State is unending. I was lucky to know Dick and 
the generous heart he had for others, for everyone in our community.
  Over the course of his life, he helped shape everything he touched. 
Through his business, Ames Construction, or his farm, or even his 
contributions to the athletic department at his beloved University of 
Minnesota, Dick made a difference for our great State.
  His hard work, honesty, and integrity were an example for us all, to 
strive for greatness and serve those around you

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as you achieve greatness. His selfless service was amazing. Again, I 
was lucky to call him my friend, and I can only hope to follow in his 
incredible example.
  Our community has suffered a great loss. My deepest condolences go to 
Lollie, his wife, and the rest of his family and all of his loved ones.
  God bless you, Dick Ames.

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