[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 218 (Monday, December 21, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1192]
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                              DALE SCHMITZ

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                           HON. ED PERLMUTTER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, December 21, 2020

  Mr. PERLMUTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Dale 
Schmitz, WWII Veteran who served with the 115th Cavalry. Mr. Schmitz 
not only served his country honorably; he is a grandfather and a man of 
integrity that has committed to serve his community. On December 22nd, 
Mr. Schmitz will turn 100 years old. On this day, Adams County will 
proclaim, ``Dale Schmitz Day'', honoring his six years of service to 
our country and commitment to his family and community.
  After his service with the 115th Calvary in World War II, Mr. Schmitz 
took a job with Eaton Metals in Denver, CO, staying with the company 
until the 1980's. During this time, Mr. Schmitz continued his service 
to the community by helping the Guardian Angels Catholic School in the 
Berkley neighborhood with maintenance work. Mr. Schmitz was an active 
volunteer for Habitat for Humanity until the age of 95 and continues to 
give back to Veterans through organizations like the Wounded Warrior 
Project. At the age of 97, Mr. Schmitz flew to Washington, D.C. by 
himself with the, ``Rocky Mountain Honor Flight Program'', visiting the 
memorials and landmarks that were dedicated to the service of WWII 
Veterans.
  Mr. Schmitz has been recognized by his community and has helped every 
neighbor through acts of service by shoveling their snow, mowing their 
grass, outdoor repairs, and becoming a favorite with the neighborhood 
dogs by providing them with hot dogs. Mr. Schmitz was called to service 
when his country needed him, and then continued his service to his 
fellow neighbors and community. I want to extend my deepest 
appreciation and thanks to Mr. Schmitz for his contribution and 
service.

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