[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 81 (Wednesday, June 21, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1239]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   IN MEMORY OF FIRST LIEUTENANT RYAN T. SANDERS, UNITED STATES ARMY

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                           HON. PETE SESSIONS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 21, 2006

  Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Army First 
Lieutenant Ryan T. Sanders, an American hero who gave his life in 
defense of liberty and freedom. He made the ultimate sacrifice so that 
others might know freedom, and I am humbled by his bravery and 
selflessness.
  First Lieutenant Ryan Sanders was killed on June 11, 2006 while 
conducting combat operations when a roadside bomb exploded near his 
Abrams tank in Baghdad, Iraq. He was 27 years old. First Lieutenant 
Sanders was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 66th Armor Regiment, 1st 
Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division at Ft. Hood, Texas.
  In keeping with Eagle Scout tradition, he placed the safety and well 
being of others above his own. His family is dedicated to American 
ideals of freedom and democracy as he is the third of four sons to 
serve in the Persian Gulf region.
  First Lieutenant Sanders is survived by his wife, Jennifer Sanders; 
his parents, Jim and Kay Sanders of Richardson; his brothers, Mike, 
Jeff, and Greg Sanders; and his grandparents, Truett and Joyce Sanders 
of San Angelo. I extend my deepest condolences to each of them.
  First Lieutenant Sanders leaves behind a legacy marked by courage, 
integrity and character. May God bless and comfort all those he loved, 
and may they know the gratitude of the American people.

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