[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 13]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 18414]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



   HONORING THE FALLEN FREMONT COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPUTY JASON SCHWARTZ

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, October 2, 2001

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, sometimes we do not realize what we have 
until it is gone, and human life is no exception. The service of our 
law enforcement officers is another aspect that we often forget, but on 
October 1, 2001, our hearts and minds were struck with a stark reminder 
that our officers of the peace are as vulnerable as any they seek to 
protect from those that wish to inflict harm on others.
  Jason Schwartz, a 26-year old Fremont County Sheriff's Deputy, was 
mercilessly shot in his car after apprehending Michael and Joel Stovall 
in Canon City, Colorado. I would like to take a few moments to raise 
the service and life of this gracious young man to the attention of 
this body and offer our sympathies to his family and friends at this 
time.
  While we may not ever fully understand the reasons why this event 
ever happened, we must allow our hearts to be filled with the joy that 
Jason brought to us while he was with us. Jason was a strong and 
dependable leader who was just beginning a long career as a sheriff's 
officer. Everyday he demonstrated his charisma and enthusiasm for his 
job and it was evident in all he did. His colleagues as well as members 
of the community respected Jason. His presence was a shining star for 
many to emulate.
  Jason's one month-old son, Mason, and his wife Sheryl live to 
remember the honorable service he offered the people of Fremont County. 
Words simply cannot begin to express the admiration, the appreciation 
and the solemnity that we all have at this time of remembrance and 
mourning.
  Mr. Speaker, Jason will live within the hearts and minds of all of 
those that he touched. His brave and selfless service ensures that he 
is not a forgotten hero. This tragic event cut short Jason's dreams and 
our entire community joins together to offer our sympathies and 
condolences. At this time of remembrance, I would like to extend my 
deepest sympathy and the sympathy of this Congress to Jason's family 
and friends and let them know that my thoughts and prayers are with 
them.

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