[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 49 (Friday, April 12, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E453]
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                       HONORING EVELYN KOWALCHUK

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                            HON. ROBERT HURT

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 12, 2013

  Mr. HURT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the life 
of Ms. Evelyn Kowalchuk of Huddleston, VA, who passed away at the age 
of 93 on April 7, 2013.
  A brave World War II flight nurse and a remarkable woman, Ms. 
Kowalchuk was one of only 500 nurses to serve in World War II, putting 
her life on the line to provide compassion and care for our wounded 
soldiers.
  Ms. Kowalchuk served with the 818th Air Evacuation Squadron and 
helped evacuate the wounded troops from Omaha Beach just days after the 
D-Day invasion in Normandy. A life member of the Flight Nurses 
Association and Veterans of Foreign Wars, Ms. Kowalchuk received 
several awards and recognitions for her military service.
  Having had the honor of meeting Ms. Kowalchuk, I know that this brave 
veteran embodied the selfless heroism that represents the best America 
has to offer. Her life will continue to be a reminder of our country's 
highest ideals.
  Virginia's 5th District has lost a truly special lady and our 
thoughts and prayers are with Ms. Kowalchuk and her family. I ask that 
my colleagues join me in remembering Ms. Kowalchuk and honoring her 
bravery, spirit, and selflessness.

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