[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 23228]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


                       TRIBUTE TO DOYLE DAVIDSON

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 24, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this body of Congress and 
this nation to pay tribute to an outstanding citizen from my district. 
Doyle Davidson of La Junta, Colorado recently announced his retirement 
from the Colorado Boys Ranch, a residential treatment facility for at-
risk boys. I am honored to recognize Doyle's dedication and commitment 
to our youth before my colleagues here today.
  Like so many brave men and women of his generation, Doyle heeded his 
country's call and served as an Army officer during World War II. Doyle 
participated in the Normandy Invasion and the Battle of the Bulge, and 
received the Bronze Medal for distinguished military service. He then 
went on to serve in Korea before returning home and embarking on a life 
marked by his service to the community.
  As an active community member, Doyle has served on several local 
Chambers of Commerce, including those in Delta, Pueblo, and Canon City. 
He is also active in groups ranging from the La Junta Rotary to the 
Southern Colorado Economic Development District. In addition, Doyle was 
appointed to serve on several State councils and committees, including 
the Colorado State Highway Council and the Highway Legislative Review 
Committee.
  Doyle's hard work has not gone unnoticed. He was named Good Will 
Ambassador for the State of Colorado by former Governor John Love, and 
has been honored with the prestigious Ft. Carson Good Neighbor of the 
Year Award for 1988. However, more valuable than awards and accolades, 
Doyle has also earned the respect and admiration of his fellow 
Coloradans.
  Mr. Speaker, Doyle Davidson has given many years of service to his 
country and his community, and I am honored to pay tribute to his 
accomplishments before this nation today. Doyle has been a tireless and 
dedicated servant of Colorado and I wish him all the best in his future 
endeavors. Thank you, Doyle, for your many years of service.

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