[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 101 (Wednesday, June 18, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1269]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF THE RETIREMENT OF HARMON MASSEY FROM THE OFFICE OF 
                       THE FLORIDA STATE ATTORNEY

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 18, 2008

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States 
Congress, it is an honor for me to rise today in recognition of Harmon 
O. Massey, Jr., upon his retirement from the office of the Florida 
State attorney.
  Mr. Massey's commitment to his country and community spans several 
decades and has taken on many forms. In 1965, Mr. Massey was awarded 
wings as an Air Force pilot. With over 950 hours spent in combat and 
150 missions, Mr. Massey has dutifully devoted his time to assignments 
across the globe including the ARC Light mission in Southeast Asia. As 
a reflection of his immense bravery, valor, and dedication, Mr. Massey 
was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross as well as six Air Medals 
commending his outstanding service. Despite his resignation in 1973, 
Mr. Massey continued his military service by enrolling in the Air Force 
Inactive Reserve and serving as an Air Force Judge Advocate.
  In addition to his military service, Mr. Massey vigorously dedicated 
himself to the civic aspect of his community. From 1999 to June 2008, 
Mr. Massey served as a misdemeanor and felony prosecutor as well as a 
supervisor for the office of the Florida State attorney. Mr. Massey 
participates in a number of community groups including ARC Santa Rosa, 
in which he was chairman of the board, Kiwanis, in which he was 
president of the Santa Rosa Chapter, and the Santa Rosa Kids House in 
which he is currently the chairperson of the board of directors.
  The civilian duties Mr. Massey has performed, as well as his 
outstanding tenure in the Air Force, is a sign of his dedication and 
valor. Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am 
proud to honor Harmon O. Massey for his enduring allegiance to our 
great Nation and the State of Florida.

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