A RESOLUTION honoring Gordon Burke.
Whereas, In the parable of the Good Samaritan, we are
taught to love thy neighbor as thyself;
Whereas, Gordon Burke is a modern example of a Good
Samaritan;
Whereas, On March 17, 2003, Gordon Burke was driving
on a bridge over the White River when he noticed a man and a
little girl drowning in the water. Nearby was an inflatable boat;
Whereas, Without hesitation or regard for his own safety, Gordon Burke grabbed the boat, tied a rope around it, and jumped into the freezing water;
Whereas, Gordon Burke reached for the little girl first and
placed her in the boat. He put an arm around the man and,
while holding on to the rope that was tied to the boat, he swam
to shore; and
Whereas, Because of Gordon Burke's brave deed, this man
and little girl survived. It is fitting to honor a person who puts
the welfare of others above his own: Therefore,
HR 1514/DI 84