[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 193 (Thursday, November 12, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1016]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING THE LIFE OF LT. COL. (RET.) DANNY CURTIS

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                          HON. DAVID LOEBSACK

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 12, 2020

  Mr. LOEBSACK. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and 
service of Lt. Col. Danny Curtis of Hills, Iowa, who passed away on 
October 24, 2020. Lt Col. Curtis joined the Army in 1964, serving one 
tour in Korea and two tours in Vietnam. While in service, he led teams 
to build Blackhawk helicopters, taught military science at the 
University of Notre Dame, and received numerous commendations, 
including one Legion of Merit, two Distinguished Flying Crosses, and 
three Bronze Stars. Lt. Col. Curtis is survived by his son, Clayton 
(Laura) Curtis, and two grandchildren, Annmarie and Evelyn. He was 
preceded in death by his wife, Judy Slaughter Curtis, mother Ester 
Buline Curtis, father Lloyd Curtis, and sister Nina Jean Curtis.
  Danny Curtis did not tend to shine a light on his own 
accomplishments, though numerous they were. Instead, he highlighted 
experiences that demonstrated the best of man in comradeship. He led by 
this principle later in life, being a steady advocate and friend to 
fellow veterans, and a fixture in his community. Known by his friends 
and family for his wit and his ability to weave a story, he will be 
greatly missed. So, on this, the week of Veterans day, let us remember 
his sacrifice, and the sacrifice of all the men and women who have 
served in the United States Armed Forces.

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