[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 128 (Tuesday, July 21, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E659]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





         HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF HARVEY WILLIAM SEXTON

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 21, 2020

  Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the life of 
Harvey William Sexton, who passed away at the age of 87 after a 
lifetime of service to his fellow Americans. Through his extreme 
courage and selflessness, Harvey became an indispensable part of the 
state of Michigan.
  Harvey was born on August 12, 1932. After completing 11th grade at 
Brethren High School, Harvey enlisted in the United States Army to 
fight in the Korean War. There he served with distinction in the 
Armored Tank Division, earning the Army Occupation Medal for Japan, 
Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal for Korea, and four 
Bronze Stars--including one for Valorous Service. At 18 he was promoted 
to corporal, and at 20 he was honorably discharged at the rank of 
Sergeant. Following his military service, Harvey married his wife Marla 
in July of 1953. The two of them would go on to raise a family of eight 
children.
  Harvey passed away on April 17, 2020. He is missed dearly by his 
family and friends, and his legacy will undoubtedly live on for 
generations to come. Harvey's tireless devotion to the public good 
touched the lives of countless Michiganders, and the impact of his work 
cannot be overstated.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of Michigan's First Congressional District, 
I ask you to join me in honoring the life of Harvey William Sexton. His 
legacy will forever live on in his family and through the countless 
lives he bettered through his service.

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