[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 14]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 19573]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                          TRIBUTE TO DEAN GRAY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 23, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a solemn heart that I stand 
before you today to pay tribute to the life and passing of Dean Gray, a 
resident of Grand Junction, Colorado. For three years Dean volunteered 
at KAFM radio, a station that showcased his musical passion, jazz. 
Dean's hard work and dedication to KAFM made him a popular presence at 
the station, as he provided exemplary leadership and friendship to the 
other employees. I am honored to speak of the accomplishments of Dean 
before this body of Congress and this nation here today.
  Dean and his wife Jean moved to the Grand Junction area 10 years ago, 
relocating from the jazz-rich city of Chicago. Chicago provided an 
ideal atmosphere for jazz connoisseurs, offering a variety of clubs, 
concerts, and musicians that are based in that area. The couple's 
passion for jazz grew, and when they arrived in Grand Junction, they 
immediately tuned to KAFM Community Radio. As a retired member of the 
community, Dean wanted to expand his involvement in the jazz world. 
This passion for music led Dean to volunteer as a programmer for KAFM, 
and his hard work and dedication landed him his own show on Sunday 
mornings. Dean was an instant hit; he was happiest when listeners 
called in, telling him how much they enjoyed the show. The station 
appreciated Dean's dedication so much that he was recently honored with 
a party and plaque thanking him for his hard work at the station.
  Mr. Speaker, I am saddened by the loss of such a kind and caring 
individual. Dean's commitment, compassion, and hard work garnered him 
respect at KAFM, and it is for those very qualities that I bring his 
life to the attention of my colleagues here today. My thoughts and 
prayers go out to the family and friends of Dean Gray.

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