River Bend Times

U.S. Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks honored David Lee Ireland, who passed away on September 17, 2024, after a prolonged battle with cancer. Ireland served as the Lee County Sheriff for 16 years and was also a Scout Master for Troop 30 in Montrose, Iowa.

In her floor speech, Miller-Meeks stated: "Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life of Mr. David Lee Ireland. David died on September 17th following a long battle with cancer. He spent his professional life protecting and serving the people of Iowa as a police officer in the Lee County sheriff’s office, serving as Sherriff for 16 years."

Miller-Meeks highlighted Ireland's personal interests and community involvement: "When he was not working, he was collecting antique Model T memorabilia or enjoying the outdoors with his wife, canoeing on the Mississippi River." She further noted his dedication to the Boy Scouts: "David was also a lifelong member of the Boy Scouts, achieving the rank of Eagle scout...He later served as the Scout Master for Troop 30 in Montrose, Iowa where he proudly taught these young boys essential life values such as hard work and commitment."

Ireland is survived by his wife Rebecca and his two sons Matthew and Shawn. Miller-Meeks concluded her remarks by encouraging others to celebrate Ireland's contributions: "Let us not despair in the loss of this great man, but rather praise God for sending David here to make the world a better place."

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