[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 50 (Thursday, March 21, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E322]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               IN HONOR OF EDWARD STEVER'S 100TH BIRTHDAY

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 21, 2019

  Mr. HUDSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Edward Stever 
and wish him a very happy 100th birthday.
  The attack on Pearl Harbor was an event that not only shaped the 
course of our country but the lives of many Americans, including Mr. 
Stever. After Pearl Harbor was attacked he was one of the many 
Americans who felt compelled to fight against the Japanese. He then 
joined the Army Air Corps where he served until 1946. During his career 
he completed countless dangerous, yet vital, missions delivering bombs 
and fuel from India to China. He showed endless bravery and courage in 
his pursuit to serve our country halfway across the world.
  After completing active duty, Mr. Stever returned to his wife and two 
children and worked for IBM in Binghamton, New York until he was 
transferred to Charlotte, North Carolina. In 2007, he moved to 
Fayetteville and unfortunately lost his wife after 69 years of 
marriage. Despite his loss he still felt compelled to serve our country 
and he has been volunteering at the U.S. Army Airborne and Special 
Operations Museum, since 2011. In fact, he has dedicated over 2,400 
hours to the Museum. I know I speak for everyone when I say we are so 
thankful for him and all of his service to our country and community.
  The U.S. Army Airborne and Special Operations Museum had a goal of 
collecting 100 birthday cards for Mr. Stever's birthday. I am honored 
to play a small part in recognizing him and all he has accomplished 
over the last 100 years.
  Madam Speaker, please join me today in thanking Mr. Edward Stever for 
his service and wishing him a Happy 100th birthday.

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