[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 34 (Thursday, March 16, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E396]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF SGT. ANTON HIETT

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                           HON. VIRGINIA FOXX

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 16, 2006

  Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise today to 
express the heartfelt condolences of a grateful Nation and to honor the 
life of Sergeant Anton Hiett of Mt. Airy, North Carolina. Sergeant 
Hiett passed away on March 12, 2006 while serving in Afghanistan.
  Sergeant Hiett served our country as a U.S. Army Reserve combat 
medic. His strong patriotism and desire to do what was right led him to 
join the military after graduating from North Surry High School. He 
began his career as an infantryman, but later decided that his calling 
was to care for his wounded comrades. Last year, Sergeant Hiett 
volunteered to go to Afghanistan because he felt compelled to help his 
country at war.
  Sergeant Hiett was a loving husband, father, son, and brother. His 
friends describe him as someone ``having a big heart and always going 
the extra mile to help others.'' He leaves behind his wife, Misty 
Hiett, his 2 year-old daughter, Kyra Hiett, his parents George and 
Angela Hiett, and three siblings. May God bless them and comfort them 
during this very difficult time.
  We owe this brave soldier and his family a tremendous debt of 
gratitude for his selfless service and sacrifice. Our country could not 
maintain its freedom and security without heroes like Sergeant Hiett, 
who make the ultimate sacrifice. Americans, as well as Afghanis, owe 
their liberty to Sergeant Hiett and his fallen comrades who came before 
him.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the life of Sergeant Anton 
Hiett.

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