[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 6]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 8464]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO RONALD REECE, SR.

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                          HON. DALE E. KILDEE

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 12, 2008

  Mr. KILDEE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the 
Illustrious Potentate of the Oman Temple No. 72, Ronald Reece, Sr. 
Ronald was feted at the 52nd Annual Potentate Ball held in my hometown 
of Flint, Michigan, on Saturday, May 10.
  Ronald Reece, Sr., moved to Saginaw, Michigan, from Chattanooga, 
Tennessee, in 1961. He attended Arthur Hill Technical High School where 
he was captain of the track and basketball teams. He graduated from 
Saginaw High School in 1972 and started working at Saginaw Steering 
Gear in September of that year. He retired from his inspector position 
in July 1996.
  Active in the community, Ronald is a motivational speaker for youth 
working with churches and organizations. He created the ``Dick and Jane 
Saving System'' and was recognized as an African-American Man of 
Distinction in 1997 for his work helping minorities achieve a brighter 
future. In 1998, Ronald and his wife, Barbara, received the Community 
Leadership Award for their work at the First Ward Community Center. 
They have received many awards for their involvement with various 
organizations in Saginaw and Buena Vista and they are contributors to 
the Buena Vista High Scholarship Commission. Ronald and Barbara have 
been married for 35 years and have five sons: Ronald Jr., Shannon 
(deceased), Kieston, London, and Ju'Neil.
  The Oman Temple No. 72--A.E.A.O.N.M.S., Incorporated, has benefited 
over the years from Ronald's leadership and dedication. Under the 
Prince Hall affiliation, Ronald has held the positions of Worshipful 
Master of H. York Harrison Lodge #32 in Saginaw; Past 2nd Lieutenant of 
Saginaw Valley Consistory #71, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite; and 
Past Thrice Potent Master--Flint Lodge of Perfection #71. He currently 
serves as Thrice Illustrious Master--Omega Council #30, Royal and 
Select Masters; Captain General--Tri City Commandery #19, Knights 
Templar; and Captain--Flint Chapter #17, Holy Royal Arch Masons.
  Madam Speaker, I ask the House of Representatives to applaud the life 
and work of Ronald Reece, Sr. May he continue to serve the community 
for many, many years to come.

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