[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 83 (Thursday, June 4, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1311]
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                     IN MEMORY OF F. P. SIEDENTOPF

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                            HON. JOE WILSON

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 4, 2009

  Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam Speaker, I am honored to have 
this opportunity to recognize the life and service of Frederick Paul 
Siedentopf. A 31-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Mr. 
Siedentopf passed away on May 25th, Memorial Day. He served with honor 
and distinction as an avionics technician throughout the later part of 
the 20th Century including active roles during the Vietnam War and the 
Cold War. His service and commitment to this Nation earned him broad 
respect by his fellow Marines as well as the Good Conduct Medal, the 
Navy Achievement Medal, the Navy Commendation Medal, and the 
Meritorious Service Medal.
  Following his retirement as a Master Gunnery Sergeant in 1990, 
Siedentopf was determined to continue to give back to his country. He 
remained active in numerous community organizations as well as being an 
avid contributor to local newspapers with his frequent letters to the 
editor. The people of Beaufort, South Carolina were honored to have had 
an individual of Siedentopf's character as part of their community for 
several years.
  Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Judy, their two daughters, 
Cindy and Debra, two grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. As 
we paused to recognize the service and sacrifice of so many brave 
Americans on Memorial Day, it is fitting that we remember the lifetime 
of service by Frederick Paul Siedentopf. Our Nation is blessed to have 
men and women of such commitment and love for their country.

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