[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 72 (Thursday, May 20, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E926]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO FLOYD STEWART

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                             HON. JOE BACA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 20, 2004

  Mr. BACA. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I pay tribute 
today to a close, personal friend of mine, Floyd Stewart. He is a man 
of great integrity and character, and I join today with family and 
friends in honoring his remarkable achievements throughout his life.
  Floyd served admirably in the armed forces during WWII and fought on 
the front lines of our military for 11 months. He was stationed in 
Normandy and Luxembourg during this time and was a member of the Combat 
Engineers, Unit 148. He was also a soldier in the Battle of the Bulge, 
the largest land battle of World War II featuring over 500,000 
Americans and over 80,000 casualties.
  Throughout his time serving our nation, Floyd exhibited tremendous 
passion, pride, and a deep resolve to fight for the freedoms that we, 
as Americans, have been fortunate to experience. He continues to be 
respected member of his community and beloved member of his family. His 
kind and passionate spirit are an incredible resource and blessing to 
those who know him.
  I have had the distinct privilege of enjoying Floyd Stewart's 
friendship for several years now. I have played golf with him at El 
Rancho Verde Golf Club, where he is a member, and seen firsthand his 
generosity of spirit and love for his fellow man.
  It gives me no greater pleasure than joining today with family and 
friends in paying tribute to this great man. His unselfish duty to our 
country should not be overlooked. He is a symbol of all that we, as 
Americans, strive to be and I present to him today my steadfast thanks 
for his service.

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