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IN RECOGNITION OF CHRISTOPHER JOHN KURBEL'S 100TH BIRTHDAY
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HON. DEBBIE DINGELL
of michigan
in the house of representatives
Monday, April 5, 2021
Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Christopher John Kurbel of Dearborn on the occasion of his 100th Birthday. His contributions to our community and to our nation are worthy of commendation.
The son of immigrants from Austria and Germany, Mr. Kurbel was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan as the youngest of four children. He met his wife, wife Evelyn Mae Stirbrny when the family moved to Lincoln Park, Michigan.
Mr. Kurbel joined the United States Army in 1942 during World War II. He was a member of the 34th Infantry Division, serving as 3rd Platoon squad leader; 135th Regiment; Company; Private First Class. He was first stationed in Africa and later shipped to Italy, and other parts of Europe. His last battle was the victory of the complete surrender of the German 34th Division on May 1, 1945. He was awarded two bronze medals and a Good Conduct Award for his service to our nation which ended in 1945.
After his duties ended, he returned to Michigan, working various jobs before ending up at McLean Trucking, where he remained for thirty years until his retirement. Before her passing in 2017, Mr. and Mrs. Kurbel were married for nearly seventy years and together they have seven children, thirteen grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.
Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Christopher John Kurbel on his 100th Birthday. He has honorably served this country through his exemplary military service during World War II. I join with Mr. Kurbel's family and friends in extending my best wishes to him on his birthday.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 60
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