[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 33 (Friday, February 23, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E207]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                 IN HONOR OF STAFF SERGEANT DALE BEATTY

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, February 23, 2018

  Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of 
Staff Sergeant Dale Beatty, a husband, a father and veteran of 
Operation Iraqi Freedom who passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018. 
Staff Sergeant Beatty was a true American hero and our thoughts and 
prayers go out to his family as they mourn the loss of this great man.
  When his country needed him the most, it was Staff Sergeant Beatty 
who answered the call to serve our great nation. While protecting our 
freedom, Staff Sergeant Beatty and his future business partner, John 
Gallina, were severely wounded when a mine detonated near their Humvee 
in Iraq. Staff Sergeant Beatty lost both of his legs as the result of 
this terrible incident. After returning to the states and living the 
experiences disabled veterans face, the two veterans started Purple 
Heart Homes. This veteran owned and operated public charity provides 
housing opportunities to service-connected disabled veterans. The 
success of Purple Heart Homes earned Staff Sergeant Beatty the cover of 
Time Magazine, among many other accolades and commemorations.
  His work in the community made certain that the sacrifices of those 
disabled in battle were not forgotten, and it is that legacy which we 
celebrate today. While we may have lost this great man, his legacy will 
live on and we will never forget the sacrifices made by Staff Sergeant 
Beatty and his family.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me today in commemorating the life of Staff 
Sergeant Dale Beatty for his service to God and country.

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