[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 135 (Thursday, September 8, 2016)]
[House]
[Page H5168]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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              HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF DALLAS KNOX

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Florida (Mr. Jolly) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. JOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life and legacy 
of an American patriot, a patriot who served his country with honor and 
distinction before passing away last month in a boating accident at 
only 35 years old.
  Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Chief Warrant Officer Dallas Knox 
of Treasure Island, Florida. Chief Knox faithfully served his country 
as a Black Hawk Medevac helicopter pilot in the U.S. Army and the Army 
Reserve. Chief Knox had multiple deployments, including tours in 
Afghanistan, Iraq, and Kosovo. Chief Knox also served as a Black Hawk 
instructor pilot.
  Having attended his memorial service, his colleagues each spoke that 
Dallas was one of the most gifted pilots they ever served with, a man 
of bravery, valor, always thoughtful, and always giving to others.
  The medals Knox earned for his service speak volumes about his 
dedication and his commitment to the country he so loved. Knox was 
awarded the Meritorious Service Medal, the Army Commendation Medal, the 
Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Bronze Service Star, the Iraq Campaign 
Medal with Bronze Service Star, and the Global War on Terrorism Service 
Medal, among so many other awards.
  Described by his family as selfless, compassionate, loving, and full 
of life, Chief Knox is survived by his mother, Carol, his father, 
Richard, sister, Kirsten, as well as loving nieces and nephews.
  May God bless Chief Warrant Officer Dallas Knox, his family, and his 
friends; and may God bless the country Chief Knox so proudly fought 
for, the United States of America.

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