[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 116 (Wednesday, July 11, 2018)]
[House]
[Page H6052]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING THE LIFE OF ERICK SILVA

  (Mr. KIHUEN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. KIHUEN. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to remember the life of Erick 
Silva.
  Erick was a security guard at the Route 91 festival in Las Vegas on 
October 1. As soon as gunshots went off, he immediately began 
selflessly helping people and was, unfortunately, shot in the process.
  Erick's life goal was to help others by becoming a police officer. He 
would buy burgers for homeless people, treat relatives to dinner, and 
help his mom pay her bills by working long shifts and holding yard 
sales in his free time.
  Erick was humble, pure, and real. He was known for being funny and 
always cracking jokes. He would go above and beyond what was asked of 
him and would put others first. He is remembered as being the epitome 
of integrity, service, and excellence.
  I would like to extend my condolences to Erick Silva's family and 
friends. Please know that the city of Las Vegas, the State of Nevada, 
and the whole country grieve with you.

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