[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 1]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 1352]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                A TRIBUTE IN HONOR OF MR. MARV VALENTINE

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                             HON. DAVE CAMP

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 16, 2000

  Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, today, Camp Rotary is a testament to Marv's 
talents. The 1,100-acre youth camp boasts more than 20 buildings, 
including a nature lodge with one-way glass for viewing animals, a 
newly renovated dining hall, adequate staff cabins, a chapel, and 
handicap accessible showers. Marv designed character-building courses, 
like the two 10-station low runs, a 45-foot elevated path, and a 40-
foot rappelling tower.
  On February 19th, Marv Valentine will receive the Kentucky Colonels 
Award, a high honor reserved by the state for ambassadors of good will 
and fellowship. It is truly well-deserved. Another honor that I might 
offer Marv, is the knowledge that he will forever be in the hearts and 
minds of thousands of boys, who will carry his guidance and wisdom like 
a badge of honor throughout their lifetime.
  Mr. Speaker, I am sure my colleague Congressman Jim Barcia joins me 
in wishing him much happiness in his retirement with his wonderful wife 
Justine, who has worked side by side with Marv at Camp Rotary for so 
many years, and with his son and three granddaughters. I am sure that, 
even in retirement, Marv's selfless community service and civic 
commitment will continue unabated, as will his shining example of moral 
integrity and honor.

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