[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 30 (Thursday, February 13, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H681]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING THE LIFE OF RICK DUNLAP

  (Mr. HURD of Colorado asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. HURD of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and 
legacy of a great Coloradan and a true American patriot, Rick Dunlap.
  Rick's story is one of resilience, courage, and service. Born into 
poverty in Tennessee, he answered the call of duty at just 18, serving 
two tours in Vietnam as a door gunner with the 101st Airborne Division. 
His heroism earned him the Bronze Star for valor and the Vietnam Cross 
of Gallantry, in recognition of his extraordinary bravery in combat.
  Rick's service didn't stop when he left the battlefield. He dedicated 
nearly three decades to law enforcement in Montrose County, rising to 
sheriff and leading with integrity, earning the trust of his community.
  Even in retirement, he continued giving back, volunteering, 
mentoring, and, most recently, serving as county commissioner. Rick was 
a man who never stopped serving. He never stopped caring, and he never 
stopped fighting for people around him.
  Colorado's Third District lost a leader, a friend, and a hero. To his 
beloved wife, Karen; his sons, Greg, Chad, and Josh; and all who knew 
and loved him, Rick's impact will not be forgotten. May he rest in 
peace.

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