[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 102 (Wednesday, June 15, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E628]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                RECOGNIZING ARNOLD ``ARNIE'' NETTEKOVEN

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                          HON. MIKE GALLAGHER

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 15, 2022

  Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life of a 
remarkable man: Arnold ``Arnie'' Nettekoven. A military veteran, 
retired Patrolman, and the first-ever historian at the Appleton Police 
Department, Arnie has dedicated his life to serving his nation and 
community.
  Born and raised in Black Creek, Wisconsin, Arnie grew up working on 
his family farm before enlisting in the Marine Corps and serving in the 
Korean War. After returning home to Northeast Wisconsin, Arnie was 
sworn in as a Patrolman at the Appleton Police Department on April 1st, 
1960. After 30 years of service to the Appleton Police Department, 
Arnie continued to serve his community in several capacities including 
becoming the first Special Investigator in the Outagamie County 
District Attorney's Office. Through his many roles, Arnie's commitment 
and love for his community never wavered.
  Arnie continued his contribution to the Appleton Police Department 
after retirement as the first-ever Department Historian. During his 
time as the historian, Arnie authored over 700 pages detailing the 
outstanding history of the Appleton Police Department and the Fox 
Valley. Arnie's commitment and dedication to his role led to the 
Appleton Police Department Military Tribute Wall and Appleton Police 
Benevolent Association Police Museum. Arnie's hard work did not go 
unnoticed as he received recognition as ``Volunteer of the Year'' for 
his efforts to document the remarkable history of the Appleton Police 
Department in 2018. Arnie's thoughtfulness and generosity will 
certainly be missed by many. However, the impact he has left through 
his work will carry on for many generations to come.
  Madam Speaker, today the people of Northeast Wisconsin thank Amie for 
his extraordinary commitment and service to his community. My thoughts 
and prayers go out to his family and to all of the lives he touched.

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