[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 38 (Monday, March 1, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E186]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE LIFE OF HAMBURG MAYOR DANE WEINDORF

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                          HON. BRUCE WESTERMAN

                              of arkansas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 1, 2021

  Mr. WESTERMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of 
Mayor of Hamburg, Dane Alan Weindorf. He passed away at the age of 75 
on Saturday, February 20, 2021, leaving behind a community of friends 
and a legacy of hard work, sacrifice, and service.
  After opening his first local grocery store in 1972, Mayor Weindorf 
grew his business to seven grocery stores in what came to be known as 
Joe and Dane Enterprises, or JADE's chain of stores. Weindorf retired 
with 30 years of service in the industry, which led to his desire to 
continue doing great things for his community. He was elected Mayor 
shortly after his retirement, and he worked on a variety of projects 
that led Hamburg to further success, such as renovations to city parks, 
the baseball park, and a new fire station.
  Born on September 20, 1946, in Minnesota, Mayor Weindorf was one of 
six siblings. He and wife, Annette, of 38 years have two sons, two 
daughters, eight grandchildren, and seven grandchildren. With his 
passion for his large family and membership at First Baptist Church of 
Hamburg, Mayor Weindorf was known not just for his service, but also 
for his emphasis on personal relationships, friendship, and fellowship 
with his community.
  I take this time today to honor the life of service exemplified by 
Mayor Weindorf. I thank him and his family for their dedication to our 
fellow citizens and our beloved Fourth District.

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