February 21, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E235 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

HONORING JAMES ‘‘JIM’’ SCHRANZ Earl received his formal education in the HONORING DANNY THOMAS Greensboro, North Carolina, public school sys- HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON tem. Because of his love for the military, he HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN OF TEXAS joined the United States Marine Corps in Sep- OF TENNESSEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tember 1946. During his years of active serv- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ice, he attained the rank of Sergeant and de- Tuesday, February 21, 2012 Tuesday, February 21, 2012 ployed to places such as Guam and Korea. Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Earl’s plans as a career Marine ended in 1953 Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, his par- Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor James due to injuries sustained while in combat. He ents sought this country and the great promise ‘‘Jim’’ Schranz for his tireless efforts to pro- received numerous awards and citations in- of America. As the child of immigrants, in- mote and expand retirement security for all cluding the Purple Heart Medal, Navy Unit grained in Danny Thomas’ very core was the Americans. Jim has played an integral role in Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, belief that Americans should thank the United the formation of the Employee-owned S Cor- World War II Victory Medal, National Defense States for the gift of freedom. The life and leg- porations of America, ESCA. Service Medal, Korea Service Medal with one acy of Danny Thomas is marked by his fidelity Next week, he officially will step down as Silver Star, Republic of Korea Presidential Unit to faith and his dedication to those who might Treasurer so that he and his wife, Nancy, can Award, United Nations Service Medal, and the lose hope. fully enjoy their retirement. Jim began working Danny Thomas’ legacy is one of acting, Combat Action Ribbon. He retired from the at Austin Industries after completing his MBA sports, family, and faith. An Emmy-winning Marine Corps on July 8, 1953, with an Honor- from the Cox School of Business at Southern actor, Thomas starred in one of the most suc- able Discharge. Methodist University. At Austin Industries, Jim cessful and honored comedy shows, ‘‘Make worked his way up the ranks, rising to Vice Upon being discharged from military service Room for Daddy.’’ An original owner of the President of Human Resources. Since 1998, and returning home, he met and married the Miami Dolphins, he was, as well, an avid golf- he has used his knowledge of the importance love of his life Madie Louise Vines of Greens- er and two PGA championships bore his of this unique retirement savings vehicle to boro, North Carolina. This union was blessed name. Moved by the faithfulness of the Al- help protect and expand it to other businesses with two daughters, Ramona and Frenita. mighty, and Thomas’ belief that no child across Texas and the United States. Earl dedicated over 34 years of Federal should be turned away from medical care re- Through ESCA’s efforts, Members of Con- Service which included seven years as a Spe- gardless of race, religion, or ability to pay, gress have become better educated about re- cial Policeman for the District Government and Danny began raising money for St. Jude Chil- tirement savings benefits created by private, dren’s Center in the early 1950s. Pope Paul VI 25 years with the Veterans’ Benefits Office in employee-owned companies for their em- named Thomas a Knight Commander of the Washington, DC, from which he retired. ployee-owners. Jim has been instrumental in Order of the Holy Sepulchre and President the fight to prevent inadvertent harm to S cor- Earl was a fervent believer in Christ. He Ronald Reagan presented him with a Con- poration ESOPs, particularly in the days of joined Bethesda Baptist Church on October gressional Gold Medal of Honor. But Thomas’ pension reform. His retirement is well-de- 26, 1958, and served in the following min- true legacy isn’t the awards bestowed on him served. istries: Male Chorus, Sunday School, Williams by world leaders, but the grateful thanks given Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring Jim Memorial Bible Class, Men’s Ministry, Leader by children around the world. and wishing him all the best as he retires. of Prayer Group 22, Baptist Training Union, St. Jude is a place where children afflicted f Vacation Bible School, Club 66, the Old Tim- with disease, and parents burdened by lost er’s Quartet and numerous activities. He was hope, can find healing and the promise of to- IN HONOR OF THE MEMORY OF ordained as a Deacon under the late Pastor, morrow. Countless children, parents, families, ORIGINAL MONTFORD POINT MA- Reverend John D. Bussey. and friends will forever be grateful for Danny RINE SGT. EARL EVAN, JR., Thomas and his vision as they receive supe- Earl truly loved life and possessed many tal- USMC rior medical care, the benefits of cutting-edge ents. He was a creative and intellectual per- research, and an environment colored with op- HON. CORRINE BROWN son. He memorized Bible verses and always timism. As we celebrate Thomas’ 100th birth- found things to invent around the house. His OF FLORIDA day, and the 50 years of St Jude Children’s other gifts included sewing, cooking, singing, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hospital, by unveiling a postage stamp in his composing music, playing instruments, writing Tuesday, February 21, 2012 honor, we celebrate his dedication to serving many poems and speeches, often at the re- the most vulnerable among us. I rise today to Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise quest of others. He was an avid fisherman honor Danny Thomas and ask my colleagues today to honor the memory of original and gardener. to join me in celebrating all those whose noble Montford Point Marine Sgt. Earl Evans, Jr., He always stayed involved in one activity or work brings healing and hope. USMC. another. Earl volunteered locally at his neigh- f I was honored to host Mr. Evans here in the borhood Ardmore Village Association as a HONORING DEWZ RESTAURANT Capitol the day the House voted on the Con- Block Captain. He was a life member of the gressional Gold Medal for the Montford Point Disabled American Veterans, H Chapter 7 of Marines. I was lucky enough to have lunch Bowie, Maryland, and the Montford Point Ma- HON. JEFF DENHAM with him that day and was able to listen to rine Association, Chapter 6 of Washington, OF CALIFORNIA how proud he was to have served his nation. DC. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A picture from that day sits on my desk right now. He was in the House gallery when the Earl leaves to cherish his memory, a de- Tuesday, February 21, 2012 final vote of 415–0 was completed and all the voted wife, Madie; two daughters, Ramona Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Members of this body turned to give him and Reed-Sellman of Capital Heights, Maryland, acknowledge and honor Dewz Restaurant in other Montford Point Marines a standing ova- Frenita (Clarence) Hope of Silver Spring, its success as an OpenTable Diner’s Top 100 tion. Maryland; nine grand-children and twelve ‘‘Best Overall’’ restaurants in the nation for Deacon Earl Evans, Jr., son of the late Earl great-grandchildren. Also, he leaves behind, a 2011. J. Evans and Delcie Alston Ogburn, was born sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Lavalle and This prestigious award comes from the on September 25, 1929, in Greensboro, North Hugo Hendricks of Palm Coast, Florida, and OpenTable Diner’s Choice ‘‘2011 Annual Win- Carolina. He departed this life on February 14, Reverend Chester (Beverly) Burke, Jr., and a ners—Best Overall Top 100 Restaurant List,’’ 2012. host of other relatives and friends. based on the reviews of more than 10 million

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