[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 12350]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                       IN MEMORY OF DAVID G. RICH

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                             HON. TOM REED

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 24, 2013

  Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of David G. 
Rich, who left a lasting impact on the 23rd District of New York. After 
fighting a courageous battle against cancer, David, of Falconer, New 
York, passed away July 11, 2013, in the presence of his beloved high 
school sweetheart and wife, Cindy, as well as his friends and family.
  Following graduation from Falconer Central School in 1961 and the 
completion of bachelor's, master's, and superintendent's degrees at the 
State University of New York at Fredonia, David enlisted in the U.S. 
Army. He served as a first lieutenant in Vietnam, First Air Cavalry 
Division, until he suffered critical wounds in action in 1968. After 
his honorable discharge, David taught Social Studies at Cassadaga 
Valley Central School from 1970 to 1998. During this period, he 
volunteered as an adviser for the student council, the junior and 
senior classes, the chess club, and he contributed to the production of 
school plays. David's long tenure at Cassadaga allowed him to 
positively impact the lives of generations of students.
  David's community involvement stretched beyond his devotion to 
Cassadaga students. He served as a Distinguished President of the 
Kiwanis Club of Falconer and went on to work as the Lieutenant Governor 
and Foundation Coordinator of the Southwestern Division of New York 
Kiwanis. David also volunteered in other clubs and organizations 
including the Falconer American Legion, the Eastern Star, the Travel 
Club of Herons Glen, and the Vietnam Veterans of America. With an 
exceptional affection for animals, David was also considered a ``Legacy 
of Love'' member of the Chautauqua County Humane Society.
  Through his dedication to others, David G. Rich made his community a 
better place. Although David will be greatly missed, his legacy will 
continue for generations to come. I am proud to honor him here today.

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