[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 10]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 13747]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                         HONORING JIM SAMUELSON

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 18, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, today I would like to honor a man whose 
contributions should be looked upon as an inspiration to all. James 
Samuelson, longtime resident of Glenwood Springs, recently passed away. 
James served in World War II, flourished as co-editor and publisher of 
The Glenwood Post, volunteered in his community, and gave his time and 
contributions to help those in countries less fortunate than our own.
  As we mourn his passing, Jim will be remembered for his dedicated 
service with the Army Medical Corps during World War II. During his 
committment, Jim served in many places including North Africa, Sicily, 
and Italy. After the war, Jim pursued his journalism career where he 
used his skills working as co-editor and publisher of The Glenwood Post 
with his brother, John, until 1966, after which he earned his Masters 
of Education from the University of Wyoming.
  Thoughout his life, Jim enjoyed many activies such as skiing, fly 
fishing, and playing sports. He also was an active volunteer with the 
Lions Club, American Legion, and the Mountain View Church. As we 
remember his life, let us not forget Jim's efforts to aid those less 
fortunate living in foreign countries where he helped establish medical 
clinics for the underserved in both Haiti and Mexico.
  For 55 years, Jim was married to his wonderful wife, Marilyn. 
Together, he and Marilyn raised a daughter and five sons, and were the 
proud grandparents to fourteen and great-grandparents to two. He and 
Marilyn enjoyed traveling to such places as Europe, Israel, and Turkey, 
making their last trip just three years ago.
  It is with this, Mr. Speaker, that I honor Jim Samuelson for his many 
contributions throughout his life. His formidable efforts deserve the 
praise and admiration of us all. His service to his community, and to 
those less fortunate, is something that we should all seek to emulate. 
I know I speak for everyone who knew Jim when I say he will be greatly 
missed.

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