[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 89 (Thursday, June 20, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E932]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF SERGEANT JUSTIN JOHNSON

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                          HON. PATRICK MURPHY

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 20, 2013

  Mr. MURPHY of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart 
to honor the life and legacy of U.S. Army Sergeant Justin Johnson, who 
was killed during an attack at Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan on 
Tuesday, June 18th Sgt. Johnson was on his third tour of duty at the 
age of 25. He enlisted in the Army immediately following his graduation 
from South Fork High School in Stuart, Florida, speaking to his 
commitment to serving our nation.
  As we remember Sgt. Johnson here today, let us also pay tribute to 
the sacrifices made by the military families who support our brave men 
and women in uniform, all the while knowing that their loved ones may 
not return home. Sgt. Johnson leaves behind his mother, Sonia Randolph, 
and a four-year-old son, Justin Johnson, Jr. Even faced with the loss 
of her son, Ms. Randolph remarked that she is ``blessed that he was 
happy and willing to do what he needed to do for his country.'' This 
strength and dedication speaks volumes to the man that Sgt. Johnson 
was--a true American hero.
  Mr. Speaker, Sgt. Justin Johnson bravely served our nation and 
ultimately gave his life to defend this country. I extend my most 
heartfelt condolences to his friends and family during this most 
difficult time. It is an honor and privilege to recognize his life of 
service here today.

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