[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 17021-17022]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT

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                           HON. FRANK R. WOLF

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 12, 2012

  Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the following law 
enforcement officers who have been honored by the Horse Shoe Curve 
Benevolent Association for their service to their communities and 
continued willingness to put their lives on the line to protect public 
safety.
  Virginia State Police Senior Trooper David R. Gray has served the 
Virginia Department of State Police for 12 years. During his tenure, 
Trooper Gray has done an outstanding job as a breath alcohol testing 
operator, a firearms instructor and a field training officer. As a 
member of the department's crash reconstruction team, Trooper Gray 
actively assisted with fatal crash investigations and his extensive 
knowledge in crash investigations and his devotion to training academy 
members and newer troopers has gained him notoriety with the force. For 
these reasons, Trooper Gray is often sought out after for his 
expertise. He continues to serve his community and mentor to his fellow 
troopers with professionalism.
  Sergeant Brian Rosenberry has served the Clarke Country Sheriff's 
Office since 1985, where he began as road deputy. Now, as court 
services sergeant, Sergeant Rosenberry provides for the safety and 
security of all of the courts in Clarke County, is responsible for 
civil processes in the office, as well as budgeting procedures, 
scheduling and supervising personnel. He was also responsible for 
establishing a new evidence storage unit and the successful maintenance 
of other operating procedures. His commitment to the citizens of Clarke 
County is displayed through his willingness to serve at the sheriff's 
office and his countless hours as a volunteer firefighter.
  Deputy Tonya M. Kittoe is the school resource officer for the 
Frederick County Sheriff's Department at Millbrook High School. In 
addition to her work at Millbrook High School, she is also a dedicated 
counselor for the Frederick County Sheriff's Office Youth Camp. Before 
becoming a counselor, Deputy Kittoe served as the secretary for the 
Frederick County Sheriff's Office Youth Camp, as well as the activities 
director. As part of the accreditation team at the sheriff's office, 
Deputy Kittoe played a pivotal role in the office's initial 
accreditation and again this summer during reaccreditation. Deputy 
Kittoe's service at the Frederick County Sheriff's Office is greatly 
appreciated.
  Sergeant John R. Austin has served the Winchester Sheriff's 
Department where he oversees the courthouse and other security 
operations. Sergeant Austin began his career in law enforcement in 1967 
in Prince George's County, Maryland before working at the State 
Department and the Pentagon. Sergeant Austin is an expert at working 
with contractors, alarm companies and other issues with the joint 
judicial center, judges, clerks and deputies and was instrumental in 
serving the sheriff's office during its accreditation process and was 
always ready to assist in any way he could. On November 30, 2012, 
Sergeant Austin retired from his post at the Winchester Sheriff's 
Department, but his attention to detail and extensive knowledge will be 
missed. We appreciate his dedicated service to our community.
  Major David White served a 33 year career with the Winchester Police 
Department, where he first started as a dispatcher in 1979. Since he 
became a police officer on the force in 1982, Major White quickly moved 
up and earned the admiration of his peers. Over the years, he served as 
polygraph examiner and training officer and also trained in forensic 
science and command staff. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy 
in Quantico, Virginia. During a time of change at the Winchester Police 
Department from 2007-2010, Major White served as an interim Chief of 
Police. Major White's patience and leadership during times of adversity 
at the Winchester Police Department helped the department continue its 
responsibilities as one of the best police organizations in the 
country. In October 2012, Major White retired from the police 
department, but he will always be a committed role model and a mentor 
to many.
  Master Patrol Officer Mark F. Castle has served the Berryville Police 
Department since 2006. He constantly strives to strengthen the 
department by attending numerous training programs and achieving 
certifications as a firearms instructor, National Rifle Association 
instructor, field training officer and police cyclist. Officer Castle 
has incorporated a variety of drills into the normally static firearms 
training at the department to aid officers in real-life situations and 
has helped increase the number of training sessions per year. His 
constant effort and dedication to bettering the force has gained 
Officer Castle notoriety among his peers. His service and willingness 
to share his knowledge with his co-workers is greatly appreciated.
  Correctional Officer Michelle See began her career at the 
Northwestern Regional Adult Detention Center in July 2005. She began as 
a housing unit security officer, where she supervised more than 50 
inmates on a routine basis and has recently been promoted to field 
training officer. Officer See has worked at several different posts at 
the regional jail, including community correction, visitation, main 
control and booking. She is known for often working several posts in 
one shift, which is something that few officers at her level can 
successfully perform. Her versatility is an important asset to the team 
and she was recently nominated for employee of the quarter for her 
determination and loyalty. Officer See has seldom requested to take a 
shift off and often comes to work early without claiming the time. Her 
consistent teamwork and professionalism enables Officer See to work 
extremely well with the public as well as civilian and sworn staff 
alike.
  The Horseshoe Curve Benevolent Association, organized in 1997, has 
been honoring law enforcement officers since 2004. Mr. Speaker, it is 
my privilege to recognize these

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officers for their courage, strength and service to the Tenth District 
of Virginia.

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