[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 21 (Wednesday, February 25, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E229]
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                     IN MEMORY OF RICHARD P. RAMEY

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                           HON. RALPH REGULA

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 25, 2004

  Mr. REGULA. Mr. Speaker, with great sorrow I rise today to recognize 
Richard P. Ramey, an Ohio citizen from my district, who gave his life 
fighting for our country. On Sunday, February 8th, 2004, in Iraq, Staff 
Sergeant Ramey was killed by a roadside bomb.
  From training as a boy scout to his position on the Perry High School 
football team and then as a member of the Army, Staff Sergeant Ramey 
grew to be a leader. He graduated from high school in 1995 and began 
his career serving in the Army that same year. He was carrying on a 
family tradition in military service.
  This outstanding young man showed courage and a commitment to protect 
those who could not protect themselves. Those who knew him recognized 
how proud he was to serve in the military. Staff Sergeant Ramey is a 
true hero and a reminder of the dedication evidenced by all the men and 
women all over the world fighting the war on terror. We must reflect on 
this great life and all the good that is being done in Iraq.
  Staff Sergeant Ramey and his family will be forever in our hearts and 
prayers. May we keep them in mind as they struggle through this 
difficult period of mourning.

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