[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 16]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 21830]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO PAUL DEYERLE

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 10, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a solemn heart that I stand 
before this Congress and this nation today to pay tribute to a 
dedicated veteran and loving family man from my district. Paul Deyerle 
of Pueblo, Colorado died recently at the age of 86. Paul's dedication 
and commitment to his country have left a legacy of leadership that we 
would all be wise to emulate. I am proud to stand and recognize his 
accomplishments here today.
  As a member of the Army Air Corps in World War II, Paul fought to 
protect the freedoms we cherish today. Paul also met his future wife 
Kay during his stint in the army; the couple would later marry and be 
blessed with three children. When Paul returned from the war he settled 
in Pueblo and was a founding member of the Pueblo West Ecumenical 
Church. At the church, Paul's humorous, loving spirit was evident, and 
he would later be recognized for the community service he provided his 
hometown. Paul was voted Optimist of the Year in 1981, 1986, and 1992.
  Mr. Speaker, I am saddened by the loss of such a kind and caring 
individual. The hard work and dedication that Paul has shown to Pueblo 
and the United States is truly remarkable. It was Paul's selflessness, 
reliability and positive spirit that have garnered him respect, and it 
is for those qualities that he has earned my respect. My thoughts and 
prayers go out to Paul's family and friends. He will surely be missed.

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