[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 125 (Tuesday, July 25, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1048]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              HONORING THE LIFE OF SERGEANT CHAD E. JENSON

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                             HON. TED LIEU

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 25, 2017

  Mr. TED LIEU of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate the life 
of Sergeant Chad E. Jenson--beloved son, husband, stepfather, and 
United States Marine--who passed away on July 10, 2017 in the line of 
duty.
  Chad grew up in Redondo Beach, where his family still resides. He 
attended Mira Costa High School and helped lead the Manhattan Beach 
school's football team to a championship in 2009. Chad was deeply 
admired for his selflessness and unwavering optimism by teammates, 
classmates, and teachers alike.
  Chad had a deep desire to serve his country and he enlisted in the 
U.S. Marine Corps in September 2010 after graduation from high school. 
In 2013, Chad joined the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Special Operations 
Command and by 2014, he had attained the rank of Sergeant--a remarkable 
accomplishment for any enlisted member of the military to receive so 
rapidly. He proudly served with the elite 2nd Raider Battalion, Special 
Operations Command which was based at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. 
Chad was a critical skills operator and was awaiting his first 
deployment.
  Chad constantly strived to perfect his own skills and become a 
stronger leader. He maintained a high standard of integrity which he 
shared with those around him. His awards include a U.S. Marine Corps 
Good Conduct Medal, a Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, National 
Defense Service Medal, Navy Meritorious Unit commendation, two 
certificates of commendation, three letters of appreciation and two 
meritorious masts. Chad was the embodiment of the U.S. Marine Corps' 
values: honor, courage, and commitment.
  Chad is survived by his wife, Jessica, and stepson, Jackson, whom I 
hope take comfort in the way Chad lived his life as a patriotic, 
selfless and caring young man who served his community and his nation. 
May his memory be a blessing to us all.

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