[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 23]
[Senate]
[Page 31587]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING THOMAS ``EMMETT'' KUEHL

 Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, today I wish to honor Thomas 
``Emmett'' Kuehl. Thomas was a volunteer firefighter for the Elkton 
Fire Department. He served for 17 years and was an EMT for 16 years 
with the Elkton ambulance crew. He died at 38 years old on April 11, 
2006, from injuries sustained while operating at the scene of a fire. 
The 26th National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service is honoring 
Emmett as a fallen hero.
  Emmett was not only a brave firefighter, he was a man dedicated to 
his local community. As a supporter of Elkton athletics, Emmett could 
be counted on to drive the ambulance for the Elkton football team. For 
his 16 years of dedication to the team, the Elks dedicated their 2006 
season to Emmett and finished runner-up in the class 9AA championships 
at the State tournament.
  Emmett was a great American, and his commitment to the people of 
Elkton was truly honorable. Today I rise with Emmett Kuehl's family and 
friends to remember his selfless dedication and service to the Elkton 
community and the State of South Dakota.

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