[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 107 (Wednesday, July 24, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1126]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF SGT. JUSTIN R. ROGERS

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                             HON. TOM REED

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 24, 2013

  Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Sgt. Justin R. 
Rogers, a brave soldier and devoted family man who served our country 
for the past five years in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Sgt. 
Rogers was only 25 years old when he passed away in Bagram, Afghanistan 
on June 28, 2013. He leaves behind his wife, Stefanie, daughter, 
Nateli, and his mother and stepfather, Teresa and Stan Vicki, who 
reside in Sgt. Rogers' hometown of Barton, New York.
  Sgt. Justin Rogers enlisted in the Army in 2008 following his 
graduation at Tioga Central High School. While attending Tioga Central, 
Rogers was a standout athlete and leader, captaining both the football 
and wrestling teams. He utilized these leadership skills in his career 
as a soldier, earning multiple awards during his service including, two 
Army Achievement Medals and an Army Good Conduct Medal.
  Sgt. Rogers was devoted to his country and planned on making the Army 
a career. A few weeks before his death, he had reenlisted to serve 
another three years as a horizontal construction engineer with the 
101st Airborne Division based in Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
  Today we remember the commitment and dedication of Sgt. Justin 
Rogers. He selflessly served his country to protect our freedom and it 
is imperative that we honor his sacrifice.

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