[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 89 (Thursday, June 4, 2015)]
[Senate]
[Page S3771]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                        REMEMBERING SONNY SMITH

 Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. President, I wish to recognize the service 
and sacrifice of Johnson County Auxiliary Sheriff Deputy Sonny Smith 
who gave his life while in the line of duty on May 15, 2015.
  Deputy Smith led a life of service. The last 11 years he dedicated to 
safety and law enforcement as a detention officer. He continued to 
serve for the past 6 years as an auxiliary deputy protecting the people 
of Johnson County on a volunteer basis.
  Service was an important part of Sonny's life. He served his country 
in the United States Navy and continued that commitment to his 
community when he left the military. Sonny was known for his compassion 
and leadership throughout Johnson County. His generosity was always on 
display. His fellow officers say they will remember Sonny as a humble 
man who was always willing to serve his neighbors. As a father of high 
school students, Sonny attended all the pep rallies, football games and 
fundraisers. He was always helping Clarksville High School. His 
daughters Makayla and Callie describe their dad as a man always willing 
to help others in need.
  While he made a living working as a security guard at Arkansas 
Nuclear One, Sonny was a reliable handyman that many in the community 
reached out to for help repairing their garage doors.
  My thoughts and prayers go out to Sonny's family, including his wife 
Amy, his daughters, and sons Dakota and Charlie.
  Deputy Sonny Smith was a true hero, not only because of the uniform 
he wore, but also because of his final actions. By taking the lead when 
he responded to a residential burglary call and exercising his 
professional training, he saved the lives of his fellow officers.
  I humbly offer my appreciation and gratitude for his selfless service 
to Arkansas.

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