[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 64 (Monday, April 15, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E350-E351]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING RICHARD A. DUERR, SR.

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                         HON. BRANDON WILLIAMS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 15, 2024

  Mr. WILLIAMS of New York. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor today to 
recognize Richard A. Duerr, Sr., a Naval veteran and firefighter, for 
his many years of service to our community.
  Richard began his career in the United States Navy, serving our 
country as a Communications Yeoman 2nd Class from 1965 to 1969. 
Following his military service, Richard embarked on careers in the 
private sector, working for more than 16 years at Revere Copper and 
Brass in Rome, NY, and also at Sanford Fire Equipment and Turning Stone 
Resort Casino.
  Beyond his professional endeavors, Richard has engaged in many years 
of service to his community. For 51 years, he has been an integral 
member of the Camden Volunteer Fire Department, holding vital roles 
such as Assistant Chief and Fire Police Captain, a position

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he held for 26 years. Richard is a Life Member of the Volunteer Fire 
Police Association of the State of New York (VFPASNY), currently 
serving as president. He was also Chairman of the Seminar Committee for 
15 years, Editor of the VFPASNY Newspaper and a trainer in multiple 
counties for the Fire Police Review Class for 12 years.
  Richard is a Life Member of the Oneida County Volunteer Fire Police 
Association where he served as President for 12 years and has held 
various other positions including the role of Chaplain. Additionally, 
Richard contributed to the work of the New York State Chaplains 
Association, conducting memorial and funeral services, and to the 
Oneida County Volunteer Firefighters Association, where Richard is 
currently the Chaplain and Sergeant at Arms.
  In addition to these many accomplishments, Richard has been a member 
of the American Legion Post 66 in Camden, New York for 26 years, and is 
a member of the Firefighters Association of the State of New York 
(FASNY).
  Richard has received various awards including the George Woodman 
Award for Excellence, seven President's Awards for Community and Fire 
Police Leadership, and the VFPASNY Fire Police Officer of the Year. 
These, along with several other certificates and plaques reflect 
Richard's many contributions.
  On behalf of New York's 22nd District, I am pleased to recognize the 
service and accomplishments of Richard Duerr, Sr. I thank him for his 
dedication to our community and our country.

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