[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 152 (Tuesday, September 1, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E803]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





        RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF WILLIAM JOHN BETTERS

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                        HON. THEODORE E. DEUTCH

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, September 1, 2020

  Mr. DEUTCH. Madam Speaker, today I rise to honor the late William 
John Betters for his distinguished service to our country and his 
community.
  Born on December 1, 1924, William is a World War II veteran, having 
served in the U.S. Air Force from 1942-1945. Like many of his fellow 
Americans at the time, William was proud to enlist at the young age of 
17. During his service he was awarded the World War II Victory Medal, 
the American Campaign Medal, the European African Middle Eastern 
Campaign Medal and the Purple Heart.
  After returning from serving his country, William created a business 
as self-employed plumber and contractor, building housing in his 
hometown. He also devoted his life to family, marrying Eleanor Kurkoski 
in 1946, having 3 children, 3 grandchildren, and two great-
grandchildren. One of his granddaughters has followed in his footsteps 
and is serving our country as a member of the Pennsylvania National 
Guard.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the life 
and service of William John Betters.

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