[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 2]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 2615]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                 PAYING TRIBUTE TO SHERIFF JOHN EBERLY

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 5, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
recognize John Eberly of La Junta, Colorado. Mr. Eberly has been the 
Sheriff of Otero County for the past 31 years, where he has served his 
fellow citizens with the honesty, courage, and integrity that 
Coloradans have come to expect from their law enforcement officers. 
Sheriff Eberly has recently retired, so I would like to reflect upon 
his extraordinary career and accomplishments.
  Growing up in La Junta offered Sheriff Eberly the opportunity to know 
and understand the community in which he served. Throughout his eight 
terms in office, Sheriff Eberly has received broad support from the 
residents of Otero County who have reelected him repeatedly since 1970. 
Over the years, Sheriff Eberly has gained a reputation as a working 
sheriff who holds himself to the same standards as his deputies, never 
asking anything of anyone that he wouldn't ask of himself. Eberly has 
always led by example and has worked hard to protect his fellow 
citizens.
  As a former law enforcement officer, I am well aware of the dangers 
and hazards our police officers face today. These individuals work long 
hours, weekends, and holidays to guarantee the safety of their fellow 
citizens. They work tirelessly, with great sacrifice to their personal 
and family lives, to ensure our freedoms remain strong in our homes and 
communities. Their service and dedication deserve the recognition and 
thanks of this body of Congress, and that is why I bring the name of 
Sheriff John Eberly to light today.
  Mr. Speaker, it is with earnest respect that I recognize Sheriff John 
Eberly before this body of Congress and this nation. Sheriff Eberly has 
served his constituents with honor and integrity, qualities that will 
be his legacy. I commend John for his service and dedication, and I 
wish him all the best in his retirement.

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