[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 8] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page 10613] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]HONORING THE LIFE AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF WILL KOCH ______ HON. BARON P. HILL of indiana in the house of representatives Monday, June 14, 2010 Mr. HILL. Madam Speaker, on June 13, 2010, the CEO of Koch Development Corporation, Will Koch, sadly passed away at the age of forty eight. As co-owner of Holiday World and Splashin' Safari Water Park, Koch initiated programs that led to the expansion and growth of the park, and worked diligently to provide families with the most enjoyable experience during his twenty-year tenure. Koch's dedication and passion for the park inspired everyone around him on a daily basis. Born and raised in Santa Claus, Indiana, Will Koch graduated as valedictorian from Heritage Hills High School in 1979. From there, he went on to the University of Notre Dame, where he graduated in 1984 with honors and received a Bachelor's of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. He also received a Master's of Science in Computer Science degree from the University of Southern California in 1986. Under Koch, Holiday World and Splashin' Safari received many international awards and had attendance figures topping one million per year. In 2004, Will Koch received the international Applause Award from the amusement industry for his ``foresight and originality, as well as sound business development and profitability''. Koch was also an active member of his community, serving as the president of the Lincoln Boyhood Drama Association, which successfully reopened the Lincoln Amphitheatre in 2009. He also served on the Administrative Council of the Santa Claus United Methodist Church, where he and his family were active members. Holiday World and Splashin' Safari is the cornerstone of the Spencer County community, and its success is in large part due to Will Koch's dedication and hard work. Survived by his wife, Lori, and three children, Will's legacy will continue to live on. We are grateful for his contributions to southern Indiana and our condolences go out to the Koch family. ____________________