[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 101 (Friday, July 8, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1267]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE LATE COMMAND SERGEANT 
                           MAJOR JAKE BREWER

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                         HON. PATRICK J. TIBERI

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, July 8, 2011

  Mr. TIBERI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize the life 
and achievements of the late Command Sergeant Major Jake Brewer.
  Throughout the entirety of his life, CSM Brewer epitomized the 
American spirit and exceptionalism. He committed himself and his career 
to this nation. His love of country and pursuit of helping others made 
him a beloved figure around central Ohio.
  CSM Brewer, a two-war veteran who earned a bronze star for valor, 
served this nation valiantly during the Battle of the Bulge in World 
War II as a combat medic and was wounded fighting in Korea. His role in 
these historic conflicts represented a foreshadowing of his life's 
mission. Akin to the way he aided others on the battlefield in Europe 
and Korea, CSM Brewer went on to become a famed veterans' advocate in 
central Ohio.
  During his stellar career serving veterans, CSM Brewer held many 
influential positions and acquired many distinct honors and accolades. 
He was a state commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and executive 
director of the United Service Organization (USO) of Central and 
Southern Ohio. Quite fittingly, the USO lounge at Port Columbus bears 
his name. Also, he helped construct the Military Veterans Education 
Foundation which assists in running Columbus' Veterans Day Parade and 
Armed Forces Luncheon. In my opinion, Jake was a human being of 
immeasurable quality, one who possessed a winning character and 
benevolent nature. I and many other Ohioans were proud to have known 
him.
  After 87 years of life, Jake Brewer recently passed away leaving a 
legacy of unwavering service to his country and to central Ohio. In 
light of his contributions and service, I believe he remains worthy of 
immense respect and admiration. He will be a sorely missed member of 
our community and his influence will resonate for years to come.

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