[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 41 (Wednesday, March 12, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E368]
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                   HONORING THE LIFE OF ROBERT HARPER

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                        HON. VANCE M. McALLISTER

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 12, 2014

  Mr. McALLISTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Mr. 
Robert Harper, who passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2014, at the age of 
88 at his home in West Monroe, LA.
   Mr. Harper was born on August 9, 1925, in Center, TX. He was an Army 
Veteran and a World War II Prisoner of War. It is with great respect 
that I commend the service of this brave man who joined hands with 
countless others to fight for our great nation. We owe a debt of 
gratitude to all POWs and MIAs for weathering agonizing uncertainty 
during such trying times. We, and countless people around the world, 
are the beneficiaries of their courage, vigilance and bravery.
   In addition to his selfless service to our country, Mr. Harper was a 
faithful servant to Mt. Olive Baptist Church and his family. A devoted 
husband, father and grandfather, he will be dearly missed by his wife, 
Ellen, his children, grandchildren, friends, and community. It is my 
hope that today's generation of young men and women will follow the 
example of patriotism and dedication to freedom set by Mr. Harper.
   Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me today in honoring the 
life of Robert Harper. He was a leader, parent, husband, friend, and 
example to all of us. Countless lives have been changed for the better 
by his brave efforts, and he will remain in our hearts forever.

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