[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 165 (Friday, November 19, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2461]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        IN HONOR OF JOHN A. KAY

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                             HON. TOM UDALL

                             of new mexico

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 18, 1999

  Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the life 
and memory of a great American, Mr. John Kay. John was a constituent of 
mine from Rio Rancho, NM, who passed away in October. He was a personal 
friend and a strong advocate for veterans, John had a very 
distinguished career, having retired from both the U.S. Army and the 
Central Intelligence Agency. He loved our country and was very proud to 
have dedicated his life to serving it.
  During his military service, John served with distinction in WWII and 
in the Korean conflict. In recalling his own military career, he was 
very proud of his service during WWII where he served with the infamous 
9th Reconnaissance troop of the 9th Infantry Division. A unit that 
fought courageously in virtually every major campaign of the European 
theater.
  What made John so special was his open hearted and generous nature. 
After his retirement from the CIA, he dedicated himself to informing 
his fellow veterans about the issues important to them. Specifically, 
he was the author of a monthly column in a local newspaper dedicated to 
helping veterans.
  Mr. Speaker, John Kay was a true gentleman who constantly searched 
for new proposals and reforms in an attempt to help his community. He 
was always open minded and he was always generous in his assistance to 
others. He will be sorely missed by myself and by his community.

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