[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 103 (Thursday, July 25, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1359]
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        RECOGNIZING THE OUTSTANDING SERVICE OF MR. GORDON VEAZEY

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                          HON. JOHN S. TANNER

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 24, 2002

  Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of my friend 
Gordon Veazey for his 14 years of dedicated service to our nation's 
veterans. Now, Mr. Veazey begins a new chapter in his life as he 
retires from his position as Henry County veteran service officer. I 
ask that the United States House of Representatives thank him for his 
selfless service.
  Mr. Veazey's father, the late Bailey Veazey, was gassed by German 
soldiers during World War I, causing him serious health problems the 
rest of his life. Witnessing his father's disability led Mr. Veazey to 
devote his entire life to veteran causes.
  After serving in the Army during the Korean War, Mr. Veazey 
understands the struggles many of our veterans face. He says one of his 
greatest satisfactions has been in assisting aging veterans whose 
ability to earn were limited by disability.
  Mr. Veazey was appointed to the office in 1987 after working at Paris 
Manufacturing Company. During his tenure, he has assisted more than 
2,000 veterans in our community in receiving the veterans claim 
benefits they deserve and depend upon.
  We care deeply about our veterans and their courageous service to 
this great nation. Through Mr. Veazey's leadership he has set an 
example for future veteran officers who will serve our friends, 
neighbors, and children whom are fighting in the war today. We should 
be proud and honored to have had such a dedicated man working for our 
nation's veterans.
  Mr. Speaker, I rise to ask that you and our colleagues join me in 
applauding the selfless service and dedication Mr. Veazey has 
contributed to our nations veterans.

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