[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 22 (Monday, February 8, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E125]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





               HONORING MARINE SERGEANT ADAM C. SCHOELLER

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                           HON. LOU BARLETTA

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, February 8, 2016

  Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I honor my 
constituent, Marine Sergeant Adam C. Schoeller of Boiling Springs, and 
to express my deepest condolences to his family and friends.
   On January 14, 2016, Sgt. Schoeller and 11 of his fellow patriots 
went missing off of the coast of Oahu during a late night training 
session when the two CH-53E Super Stallion helicopters they were 
travelling in crashed. These honorable Marines tragically lost their 
lives while in the line of duty, and the American people are forever 
grateful for the service they provided to their country.
   Sgt. Schoeller graduated from Boiling Springs High School in 2008 
and enlisted to serve his country with the United States Marine Corps 
immediately afterward. Deployed during Operation Enduring Freedom, Sgt. 
Schoeller's leadership and bravery distinguish his outstanding service 
to our nation, as evidenced by the over 200 people who attended a vigil 
in his honor held at the Boiling Springs Clock tower and Veterans 
Memorial. Sgt. Schoeller received various honors such as the Air Medal, 
National Defense Service Medal, and the Global War on Terrorism Service 
Medal--decorations which are indicative of his dedication to our 
country.
   Sgt. Schoeller is survived by his wife, Samantha Wickel-Schoeller, 
whom he recently married on July 4, 2015. Samantha, his father Ralph, 
his mother Laurie, sister Shannon, and brother Collin were all able to 
travel to Hawaii through the Semper Fi Fund following this terrible 
tragedy.
   Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the life and service of Sgt. 
Adam C. Schoeller, for his selfless heroism and dedication to his 
family, community, and country.

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