[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 50 (Tuesday, March 27, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E459]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   PAYING TRIBUTE TO MRS. REBA ROGERS

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                            HON. MIKE ROGERS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 27, 2012

  Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the 
accomplishments of Mrs. Reba Rogers who has been an Army spouse for 
over 26 years. She was an integral partner in her spouse's successful 
career which included commanding formations from the company level to 
Army Service Component. Throughout her spouse's service, she remained 
steadfastly dedicated to serving soldiers and their families in many 
capacities, particularly as a volunteer leading Family Readiness Groups 
(FRG), the Army Officer Wife's Clubs and at community thrift shops. 
During times of peace and conflict, she was a source of strength and 
inspiration to those whom she served.
  Reba's caring spirit, genuine concern and constant willingness to 
assist soldiers and their families no matter how small or great the 
need, at all hours of the day and night contributed greatly to the 
combat readiness and mission focus of each unit she served with. 
Soldiers always knew the needs of their families would be met.
  Reba has actively volunteered thousands of hours to the military 
community through her invaluable work at community gift and thrift 
shops. Of special note, she was the chairperson of the Redstone Arsenal 
thrift shop sponsored by the Redstone Arsenal's Women's Club where 
soldiers and their families benefit from a variety of needed items. 
Furthermore, she also held a special seat with Huntsville, Alabama's 
Crestwood Hospital helping to serve the local community as well as a 
key member of the Huntsville Botanical Gardens.
  Over 26 years of devoted service to soldiers and families, Reba 
Rogers' substantial contributions greatly enhanced the preparedness and 
readiness of every unit she served. Reba's dedication and spirit of 
volunteerism are in keeping with the highest tradition of selfless 
service and reflect great credit upon herself, the Army Materiel 
Command, and the Department of the Army.
  Therefore Mr. Speaker, I ask our colleagues to join me in honoring 
Mrs. Reba Rogers for her dedicated service of 26 years. She serves as 
an inspiration to many and a guiding light to all. Mrs. Rogers' 
dedication and spirit of volunteerism are in keeping with the highest 
tradition of selfless service and reflect great credit upon herself, 
the Department of the Army and the United States of America. May she 
know that her nation is greatly appreciative of her dedication, and 
wishes her the best in all here future endeavors.

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