[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 162 (Wednesday, October 24, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2225]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         IN MEMORY OF DR. PARMER RICHARDSON, UNITED STATES NAVY

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                           HON. PETE SESSIONS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 24, 2007

  Mr. SESSIONS. Madam Speaker, I rise today in memory of Dr. Parmer 
Richardson, a World War II veteran, and in honor of his patriotism and 
a life dedicated to service. He joined the United States Navy in the 
summer of 1941.
  Though he spent most of his service as a radioman specializing in 
communications technology, he originally joined with the intent to 
become a pilot and was persuaded by a Navy recruiter who promised him 
flight training. He was sent to various areas in the United States as 
well as Canada and Mendora in the Philippines. After being discharged, 
Parmer began his 55-year dental practice.
  World War II is known as the deadliest conflict in human history, 
taking the lives of over 70 million people. During this difficult time, 
our country stood united behind our brave service men and women who so 
willingly took to the battlefields to defend freedom and democracy. It 
is veterans like Parmer that helped us emerge victorious from World War 
II and restore hope and humanity in a world that was shattered by the 
darkness of hatred and violence.
  He is survived by his wife, Jane Richardson, of Duncanville, TX. He 
will be remembered as a devoted family man, a lover of flying, and a 
proud veteran and American. His patriotism, courage, and selflessness 
are example of what make America great. Madam Speaker, I ask my 
esteemed colleagues to join me in expressing our deepest gratitude for 
his service to this great Nation. May God bless all those he loved, and 
may I convey to them my sincerest condolences and the gratitude of the 
American people.

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