[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 92 (Thursday, June 18, 2009)]
[Senate]
[Page S6797]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                       HONORING OUR ARMED FORCES


                        Staff Sergeant Edmond LO

  Mr. GREGG. Mr. President, I rise today to pay special tribute to U.S. 
Army SSG Edmond Lo of Salem, NH.
  Tragically, on June 13, 2009, this brave 23-year-old gave his life 
for this Nation when an improvised explosive device detonated while his 
explosive ordnance disposal team courageously worked to neutralize the 
threat near Samarra City, Iraq. At the time of this hostile action, 
Sergeant Lo, a member of the 797th Ordnance Company based at Fort Hood, 
TX, was serving his second tour in Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi 
Freedom.
  Edmond demonstrated a willingness and dedication to serve his country 
from an early age. A 2004 graduate of Salem High School, Edmond was a 
member of the Air Force Junior ROTC Program and commander of the drill 
team, color guard, and operations squadron. He was well known and liked 
by his teachers and fellow students and earned himself a full 
scholarship to a top engineering school upon graduation. However, 
sensing a call to duty, and because of his desire to protect his 
country, Edmond instead chose to join the Army.
  Just as many of America's heroes have taken up arms in the face of 
dire threats, Edmond dedicated himself to the defense of our ideals, 
values, freedoms, and way of life. His valor and service cost him his 
life, but his sacrifice will live on forever among the many dedicated 
heroes this Nation has sent abroad to defend our Nation's freedom.
  A beloved member of the Salem community, Edmond was respected and 
admired by all those around him. As a loyal member of the U.S. Army, he 
continually performed above and beyond all expectations. Because of 
Edmond's efforts, our liberty is more secure.
  Kathy's and my thoughts, condolences, and prayers go out to Edmond's 
parents, David and Rosa Lo, his brothers and sisters, and his other 
family members and many friends who have suffered this most grievous 
loss. All will sorely miss Edmond Lo, a true patriot who was proud of 
his family, proud of where he lived, and proud of what he did. In the 
words of Daniel Webster--may his remembrance be as long lasting as the 
land he honored. God bless Edmond Lo.

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