IN HCR0061

Indiana General Assembly congratulates the community of Celestine on the 175th anniversary of its founding in 1843 by Father Joseph Kundek

Celestine was named after Right Reverend Celestine Rene Lawrence De La Hailandiere, the second bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Vincennes

Community became known for lumber milling and timber supply as Dubois County developed its woodworking industry

Celestine area is home to two American military heroes: Marine Corporal Eric Lueken and Lance Corporal Alec Terwiske, who were killed in service

Principal Clerk of the House of Representatives shall transmit a copy of this resolution to the community of Celestine, Indiana