[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 2 (Wednesday, January 18, 2006)]
[Senate]
[Page S6]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING OUR ARMED FORCES


                      CORPORAL BRETT LEE LUNDSTROM

 Mr. JOHNSON. Mr. President, today I pay tribute to CPL Brett 
Lundstrom and his heroic service to our country. As a member of the 2nd 
Marine Expeditionary Force based in North Carolina, Corporal Lundstrom 
was killed in action near Fallujah on January 7, 2006 while serving in 
support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
  Brett was born in Vermillion, SD, and he was a member of the Oglala 
Sioux Tribe. Brett, who was also the proud son of a marine who served 
his country for 20 years, chose to follow in his father Ed Lundstrom's 
footsteps. By enlisting in the Marine Corps following the September 
11th terrorist attacks, Brett firmly believed he could make a 
difference.
  Doyla Lundstrom, Brett's mother, remembers her son as someone who 
``loved people, and people loved Brett.'' Brett's friendly personality 
was infectious and ``he lit up a room when he walked in.'' A true 
soldier, Ed recalled that Brett believed in his mission. Without 
question, he was an exemplary soldier and an example for all those with 
whom he served.
  Brett's goodwill and service touched the lives of many people. 
Although his life was cut short, he continues to inspire all those who 
knew him. Our Nation owes him a debt of gratitude, and the best way to 
honor his life is to emulate his commitment to our country.
  Mr. President, I join with all South Dakotans in expressing my 
deepest sympathy to the family of CPL Brett Lundstrom. He will be 
missed, but his service to our Nation will never be forgotten.

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