[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 61 (Wednesday, April 20, 2016)]
[House]
[Page H1878]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING TONY R. RICHISON

  (Ms. FUDGE asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Ms. FUDGE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of Tony Richison, a veteran 
from Ohio's 11th Congressional District who died on March 30.
  Mr. Richison and I were friends for many years. He was a respected 
leader in our community and served as a member of my selection panel 
for military service academy nominations.
  Known for his big personality and love of service to his Nation, Mr. 
Richison entered the Army at age 16. He served for 10 years during the 
Korean war and received a Bronze Star for his bravery.
  As a champion for returning servicemen and -women, he founded 
Veterans for Ohio, a nonprofit that provided assistance to veterans in 
Cuyahoga County.
  Through his work, more than 30 veterans won disability claims and 
more than 80 gained much-needed housing and medical assistance.
  Mr. Richison was a patriot, a community leader, and an advocate. The 
State of Ohio is indebted to him for his service and sacrifice. He will 
be greatly missed.

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