[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 19 (Wednesday, February 15, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E157]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING SERGEANT JEREMIAH BOEHMER

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                         HON. STEPHANIE HERSETH

                            of south dakota

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 15, 2006

  Ms. HERSETH. Mr. Speaker, I want to take this opportunity to honor 
the life of SGT Jeremiah Boehmer, who died February 5, 2006, while 
serving in Iraq.
  Every Member of the House of Representatives has taken a solemn oath 
to defend the Constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. 
While we certainly understand the gravity of the issues facing this 
legislative body, SGT Jeremiah Boehmer lived that commitment to our 
country. Today, we remember and honor his noble service to the United 
States and the ultimate sacrifice he has paid with his life to defend 
our freedoms and foster liberty for others.
  The lives of countless people were enormously enhanced by Jeremiah's 
compassion and service. Jeremiah, who represented the best of the 
United States, South Dakota, and the military continues to inspire all 
those who knew him and many who did not. Our Nation and the State of 
South Dakota are far better places because of his service, and the best 
way to honor him is to emulate his devotion to our country.
  I join with all South Dakotans in expressing my sympathies to the 
family of SGT Jeremiah Boehmer. His commitment to and sacrifice for our 
Nation will never be forgotten.

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