IN SR0104

Memorializes Russell "Ben" Hersberger, who was born March 31, 1929 in Lapel, Indiana and passed away December 19, 2012.

Honors his service as a combat infantryman in the Korean War with Company F of the 23rd regiment, for which he received the Purple Heart.

Recognizes his 25 years of service on the Wayne County Council and his decades of support for Western Wayne Schools, including over 25 years as a timekeeper for Lincoln High School sports.

Notes his career as an insurance agent and business owner, and his 60-year marriage to his wife Patty with whom he had three children.

Directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to Hersberger's family.