[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 11 (Thursday, January 22, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E98-E99]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  IN HONOR OF MAJOR CHAD ERIN LAMPHERE

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                             HON. SAM FARR

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, January 22, 2015

  Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of Major Chad 
Erin Lamphere, an American hero who valiantly served his country while 
serving in the United States Army.
   Chad was born on August 24, 1973 on a small family farm in Arkansaw, 
WI. Displaying a warm heart at a young age, Chad helped his family 
raise dogs, cats, pigs, and goats, while also contributing and giving 
back to his community through partaking in 4-H. Chad quickly rose to 
the top of his academic classes, graduating with two degrees and as 
Valedictorian from Hartnell College, and later attending UCLA for pre-
medical courses, in which he graduated Summa Cum Laude.

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   Chad joined the U.S. Army in 2006 in pursuit of a degree in 
medicine. In 2009, Chad joined the American Academy of Family 
Physicians (AAFP), and as a doctor, provided much needed care and 
services to his fellow comrades who he valiantly served next to. 
Additionally Chad's selflessness and can-do attitude shined while 
serving in the U.S. Army, receiving multiple awards during his Active 
Duty assignments: the Bronze Star Medal, Army Achievement Medal, 
National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, 
Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, Army Service Ribbon, and 
Overseas Service Ribbon.
   In addition, to serving his country, Chad was a caring friend, 
loving father, and husband, and dedicated family man. Chad leaves 
behind his wife, Lindsay Della Valla, daughter, Emma Lamphere and son, 
Chad Erin Lamphere Jr., three siblings: Kirk, Jarrod, and Nicole, and 
his loving parents: Suzanne and Brad du Verrier.
   Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of an accomplished 
American hero and loving husband, Major Chad Erin Lamphere. His life, 
legacy, and service to the United States of America will never be 
forgotten.

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