[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 94 (Tuesday, June 24, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1335]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     PAYING TRIBUTE TO SAM JOHNSON

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                            HON. MIKE ROGERS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 24, 2003

  Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute 
posthumously to Fort Campbell's Deputy Garrison Commander, Sam Johnson 
for his vital role and tireless commitment to his duties and country.
  Sam Johnson began his career at Fort Campbell in 1972. He was the 
first civilian to fill the position of Youth Activities Director. Mr. 
Johnson quickly rose to the top at Fort Campbell, continually becoming 
the first civilian to fill the posts of Outdoor Recreation Director, 
Recreation Services Officer, and even being transferred to Panama in 
the Cold War to oversee the entire Army Recreation Program.
  After serving in Panama, Mr. Johnson returned to Fort Campbell to, 
yet again, become the first civilian to hold the title and 
responsibility of Deputy Director of Personnel and Community 
Activities. In just a few years, he became Director of Personnel and 
Community Activities. Mr. Johnson's excellent administrative skills 
shined in his position as Deputy Resource Manager, which helped him to 
obtain his appointment as the only civilian to ever serve as Deputy 
Garrison Commander.
  For the past 11 years, Mr. Johnson has served as Deputy Garrison 
Commander. His love for his country is evident by his devotion to his 
job. Despite his diagnosis of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, he still 
continued with his duties. Mr. Johnson was able to perform his 
responsibilities as Deputy Garrison Commander until his recent death. 
Deputy Garrison Commander Sam Johnson emulated his principles of hard 
work and never giving up.
  Mr. Speaker, I wish to extend the gratitude of myself and the entire 
Nation to Sam Johnson in recognition of his outstanding commitment and 
service to Fort Campbell and to our country. I ask my colleagues to 
join me in thanking him and offering comfort to his family and Fort 
Campbell, as they will truly miss Sam Johnson, a man of true courage 
and character.

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