[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 10]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 14539]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    IN REMEMBRANCE OF CHARLES SEBES

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 9, 2008

  Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise today in remembrance and honor of 
Charles Sebes, a beloved figure in Cleveland area politics and a loving 
husband, father, and grandfather. This past June we gathered to 
celebrate Chuck's retirement as Parma Democratic City Ward Leader.
  Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of Charles 
Sebes, upon the occasion of his retirement after 20 years of service as 
the Parma Democratic City Ward Leader. His unwavering dedication to the 
Party, to his community, and to the rights of working men and women is 
framed by honor and integrity.
  Chuck has spent hundreds of hours volunteering on numerous political 
campaigns and causes throughout his life. During the past 30 years, 
Chuck has taken an active role in organizing the Northern Ohio Labor 
Day Parade. As Secretary of Parma Southwest Cope, Chuck has chaired the 
reverse raffle committee for the past 25 years. He has also been the 
Chairman of Parma's Democratic Steak Roast for 20 years. Chuck's 
devotion and enthusiasm consistently inspire those around him and has 
made all of these events successful.
  During his 22 years of employment with the National Tool Company, 
Chuck served as President of the United Steel Workers of America, Local 
4827. Governor Richard Celeste appointed Chuck to the Ohio Regional 
Board of Review for Worker's Compensation. In 1991, Martin Vittardi, 
Clerk of Parma Municipal Court, appointed Chuck to be the Chief Deputy 
Clerk of Court. His friendship is coveted not only by myself and Marty, 
but by numerous individuals whose lives have been touched by his 
energetic spirit, kindness and loyalty.
  As Chief Deputy and Supervisor, his colleagues and staff know him to 
be a man who is passionate about all aspects of his life. They respect 
Chuck for his fairness and for being a man of his word. He believes 
that patience is a virtue and was reassuring that a task would get 
done, never hesitating to become part of the solution. They appreciate 
Chuck for always looking out for their best interest, fighting for what 
they deserve and for being valued by him. His reputation for being a 
prankster and for his colorful way of telling a joke is legendary. 
Chuck is a wise and generous man and he is a true friend to the people 
in his life.
  Evelyn, his wife of 52 years, and their wonderful family have 
sustained Chuck with a lifetime of support. Joe, Jim, Janet and Joyce, 
have blessed them with seven grandchildren. Chuck and Evelyn's children 
and grandchildren continue to be their pride and joy.

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