[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 64 (Thursday, April 30, 2015)]
[Senate]
[Page S2564]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO JODY SHERVANICK

 Mr. HELLER. Mr. President, today, I wish to recognize Jody 
Shervanick for her tireless efforts in supporting Nevada's veterans, 
active military members, and their families. Ms. Shervanick volunteers 
7 days a week to give back to the brave men and women who defend our 
freedom and their families. She has contributed greatly to the Las 
Vegas military community and to the greater good of the Silver State.
  Having grown up as a military child, Ms. Shervanick understands the 
trials of a military family. She stands as a shining example of someone 
who has devoted her life to the betterment of others, selflessly 
serving to bring happiness to our Nation's heroes each day. It is 
important to thank not only the men and women serving this great 
Nation, but also their families who make so many sacrifices. Her 
service to these families is invaluable.
  Ms. Shervanick helps with care for veterans and military members with 
mental illness, such as post-traumatic stress, and aids in times of 
uncertainty for military families, providing food, financial aid, and 
childcare. She hosts special events for families stationed at Creech 
and Nellis Air Force Bases. Ms. Shervanick coordinates the ``World's 
Largest Baby Shower,'' for wives of active military or female members 
stationed at Creech and Nellis Air Force Bases, puts on multiple 
Christmas parties for the children at Nellis Air Force Base, spearheads 
an annual Easter party for the children at Nellis Air Force Base, and 
will be putting on a ``Mom''ster and Son Halloween bash in October. I 
have had the opportunity to attend one of Ms. Shervanick's Operation 
Showers of Appreciation Military Baby Showers in Las Vegas, and I know 
firsthand the positive impact her efforts have on military families. 
She works with volunteers to make pillow slips for deployed military 
members with pictures of their children. Her commitment to these 
families is without limit. She is truly a role model to all Nevadans.
  Ms. Shervanick's hard work has not gone without notice. She received 
``Citizen of the Month'' from Mayor Carolyn Goodman of the city of Las 
Vegas in December 2014, a plaque recognizing her service from Governor 
Brian Sandoval, and has been recognized by News 3 KSNV, 8 News Now 
KLAS, and FOX 5 KVVU for her service to veterans and military families. 
I extend my deepest gratitude to Ms. Shervanick for her noble 
contributions to the Las Vegas military community. Her service to 
Nevada places her among the outstanding men and women of the State and 
her accolades are well deserved.
  Today, I ask my colleagues and all Nevadans to join me in recognizing 
Ms. Shervanick and her work with active military members, veterans, and 
their families. Her efforts are both honorable and necessary. I wish 
her the best of luck in all of her future endeavors.

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