[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 24294]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



              TRIBUTE TO THE LATE WILLIAM ``CHUCK'' EVERS

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                           HON. JOHN SHIMKUS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, October 5, 1999

  Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you today in memory of my 
friend, Mr. William ``Chuck'' Evers, who was born June 13, 1945 in 
Alton, Illinois, and died Sunday, September 12, 1999.
  Chuck practiced law in Collinsville, Illinois for twenty years. He 
was active in our community and generous in sharing his knowledge of 
the law. Those who agreed and disagreed with him almost always re-
evaluated their positions after speaking with him. This role was very 
healthy for all levels of government as it greatly enriched the public 
debate.
  Chuck Evers touched many lives as an active citizen of Collinsville. 
He is survived by his wife, Lynda nee Vandewater, daughter, Caren 
Evers, son, W. Clark Evers, and mother, Dorothy Mae nee Gericke Evers.
  Collinsville and I will remember Mr. Evers for his great 
contributions to the community. He will be forever cherished for his 
commitment; first to his family and faith, and then to his country and 
to his work.

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