[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 38 (Tuesday, March 16, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E388]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      IN RECOGNITION OF THE LIFE OF SPECIALIST LAKESHIA M. BAILEY

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                            HON. MIKE ROGERS

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 16, 2010

  Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Madam Speaker, I would like to request the 
House's attention today to recognize the life of a proud American hero, 
Specialist Lakeshia M. Bailey.
  Specialist Bailey, of Columbus, Georgia, died in Iraq on March 8, 
2010, in service to our nation. She is survived by her husband and 
parents.
  Like all those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in this conflict, 
words cannot express the sense of sadness we have for her family, and 
the gratitude our country feels for her service. Specialist Bailey died 
serving the United States and the entire cause of liberty, on a mission 
to bring stability to a troubled region and liberty to a formerly 
oppressed people. She was a true patriot for serving our nation, and 
she will be missed.
  We will forever hold her closely in our hearts, and remember her 
sacrifice and that of her family as a remembrance of her bravery and 
willingness to serve. Thank you, Madam Speaker, for the House's 
remembrance on this mournful day.

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