[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 196 (Friday, December 1, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1636]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING KEVIN STRICKLER FOR THE MONTANA CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN 
                              COMMENDATION

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                          HON. GREG GIANFORTE

                               of montana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, December 1, 2017

  Mr. GIANFORTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Kevin Strickler 
from Belgrade for the Montana Congressional Veteran Commendation for 
his service to his country and leadership in his community.
  Mr. Strickler joined the United States Marine Corps in 1983 and 
served until 1986 when he was honorably discharged as a corporal. Those 
closest to Mr. Strickler describe him as ``always a Marine,'' 
professional in action, appearance, and bearing.
  Mr. Strickler's service extends beyond his military career. He is 
involved with several veteran, civic, and youth organizations. He is 
the Commander of the local Honor Guard and a member of the Gallatin 
Valley Memorial Day Parade Committee, where he instituted a program to 
honor Gold Star family members in the annual parade.
  I ask my colleagues to join me today in commending Kevin Strickler 
for his dedication and service.

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