[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 5 (Thursday, January 9, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E38]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   A TRIBUTE TO SERGEANT CHRIS BOHLER

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                           HON. MIKE McINTYRE

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, January 9, 2014

  Mr. McINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Sergeant 
Chris Bohler of Willow Spring, North Carolina, who gave his life while 
defending our Nation on December 17, 2013, in support of Operation 
Enduring Freedom. Sergeant Bohler was one of six U.S. servicemembers 
killed when a helicopter crashed in Zabul Province, Afghanistan. He 
shall be remembered by all those whose lives he touched as the finest 
example of altruism, integrity, and patriotism. His life and his 
sacrifice merit our utmost respect and gratitude.
  Chris came from a long line of soldiers. His great-grandfather served 
in Europe during World War I. One of his grandfathers enlisted in the 
Army during World War II, and a great-uncle enlisted in the Air Force 
during the Korean War. His father also served in the Army.
  Chris graduated from South Johnston High School in Four Oaks in 2003 
and went on to attend Johnston Community College, where he was admired 
as a man with high aspirations and the tenacity to achieve his goals. 
Eager to protect his country, he joined the Army in 2007, and was 
assigned to B Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Aviation Regiment, 1st 
Infantry Division in Fort Riley, Kansas. Chris was a humble hero that 
lived his life the best way he knew how--by serving others.
  Chris was serving our country dutifully when his life was taken. He 
will be missed by his family and friends. He was the son of Deborah and 
Pete Bohler and the oldest of three children. Although he is now gone, 
his courage will continue to be an inspiration to us all. He shall be 
remembered as the finest example of bravery, honor, and public service. 
May God comfort his family, and may we always remember the life of 
Sergeant Chris Bohler.

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