[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 154 (Thursday, October 22, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2601]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            A PROCLAMATION HONORING NCCM RICHARD E. THOMPSON

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                         HON. ZACHARY T. SPACE

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 22, 2009

  Mr. SPACE. Madam Speaker,
  Whereas, Richard E. Thompson dedicated his life and career to serving 
the United States Navy and the country he loves; and
  Whereas, Richard E. Thompson nobly sought to recruit patriotic and 
talented volunteers for service in the United States Navy; and
  Whereas, Richard E. Thompson served notably as Leading Petty Office 
aboard the USS Fletcher DD-992 in Pearl Harbor;
  Whereas, Richard E. Thompson served exceptionally as the Navy 
Recruiting Command's Career Recruiting Force Program Manager;
  Whereas, Richard E. Thompson's accolades include three Navy 
Commendation Medals, 4 Navy Achievement Medals, 3 Meritorious Service 
Medals and a Military Outstanding Volunteer Award; now, therefore, be 
it
  Resolved, that along with his friends, family, and the residents of 
the 18th Congressional District, I applaud Richard E. Thompson for his 
distinguished record of service to the United States Navy and wish him 
well in his retirement.

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