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mbassador David B. Hermelin, who died after coura-
geously battling brain cancer, was posthumously award-
ed the Presidential Citizens Medal at a White House
ceremony on Dec. 13.
The medal, recognizing U.S. citizens who have performed
exemplary deeds of service for their country or their fellow citi-
zens, was presented by President Bill Clinton to the ambassador's
widow, Doreen, as U.S. Sen. Carl Levin, D-Mich., and others
looked on in Washington, D.C.
Hermelin — Bingham Farms resident, Democratic Party
activist, and internationally known business, communal and phil-
anthropic leader — died Nov. 22 at age 63. He served as ambas-
sador to Norway from late
1997 to January 1998.
The citation read: "David
Hermelin not only lived the
American Dream, he made it
real for thousands of his fellow
citizens. An accomplished busi
nessman, gifted diplomat and
extraordinary philanthropist,
he used his time, talents and
resources to improve the lives
of countless people, and his
unflagging optimism and ener-
gy remain an inspiration to us
all. During his tenure as
ambassador to Norway, he rep-
resented our nation with dis-
tinction and strengthened our
ties abroad. His generous spir-
it, as a husband, father, friend
Ambassador- Hermelin
and citizen, reminds us of what
it means to be truly selfless and
of the enduring rewards of giving 'until it feels good.'"
Said Sen. Levin: "The medal surely represents our country's
homage to one of its noblest citizens. It is a fitting capstone of a
unique life of service. Being with the Hermelin family at the pre-
sentation of the medal by the president will always be a cherished
memory."
A grieving Doreen Hermelin gratefully accepted the award.
"I'm happy that the president did this because I knew he really
cared for my husband, and it just underlined his concern." ❑
—Harry Kirsbaum/staff writer
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