[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 170 (Wednesday, September 30, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E905-E906]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF VIRGIL SIMON LOONSFOOT ``RED CLOUD''

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                           HON. JACK BERGMAN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 30, 2020

  Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, It is my honor to recognize the life of 
Virgil Simon Loonsfoot ``Red Cloud'', who passed away at the age of 80 
after a lifetime of service to his fellow Americans. Through his 
extreme courage and selflessness, Virgil became an indispensable part 
of the state of Michigan.
  Virgil was born on August 17, 1940 in L'Anse, Michigan. Following his 
education, Virgil served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam

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War. After his service, he worked as a truck driver and did maintenance 
for housing in Sault Sainte Marie. Virgil was a member of the Holy Name 
of Jesus church, the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, former president of 
Ojibwa Seniors, and past commander of KBIC Veterans. His joys in life 
included fishing, watching football, enjoying the outdoors, KBIC 
Community Pow Wows, and serving those in his community through Veterans 
organizations and Toys for Tots.
  Virgil passed away on September 25, 2020. He is missed dearly by his 
family and friends, and his legacy will undoubtedly live on for 
generations for come. Virgil's tireless devotion to the public good 
touched the lives of countless Michiganders, and the impact of his life 
cannot be overstated. Visitation for Virgil will be held on October 1, 
and his funeral service will be held thereafter with traditional 
service with drums, committal prayers, and Baraga County Area Veterans 
providing military rites.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of Michigan's First Congressional District, 
I ask you to join me in honoring the life of Virgil Simon Loonsfoot 
``Red Cloud''. His legacy will forever live on in his family and 
through the countless lives he bettered through his life and service.

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