[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 36 (Thursday, February 25, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E172]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF MAJOR GENERAL THOMAS LEE SINCLAIR

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                           HON. RALPH NORMAN

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 25, 2021

  Mr. NORMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of 
Major General Thomas Lee Sinclair who passed away on February 17, 2021.
  Born to the late John Albert Sinclair and Gladys Lee Sinclair on 
September 22, 1947, Thomas was raised in Union and graduated from Union 
High School. He pursued a Bachelor of Science at Clemson University and 
received both a Master's in Education and EdS degree at Winthrop 
University. Furthering his studies, Thomas attended the United States 
Army War College where he received a Master's in Strategic Studies. 
Thomas served his country as a decorated United States Army veteran of 
38 years, retiring after earning the rank of Brigadier General for the 
South Carolina Army National Guard. While on active-duty, he amassed 
notable honors including the Legion of Merit, the Army Achievement and 
National Defense Service Medals, and the South Carolina Palmetto Cross 
for his dedicated efforts during Operation Hugo. Thomas spent half of 
his military career in command roles, leading his surrounding staff 
through significant assignments.
  For 27 years, Thomas found a fulfilling career in the Union County 
School System as a high school teacher, junior high school principal, 
and assistant superintendent. He enjoyed mentoring students and retired 
as a Union County supervisor. A member of Grace United Methodist 
Church, Thomas remained faithful and humble through all facets of his 
life. Former Chairman of the Union Community Foundation and President 
of the Union Civitan Club, he was determined to leave a lasting mark on 
his hometown. Thomas was happily married to Kathryn Bowers Sinclair 
with three adult children, Libby, Kelly, and Tommy, and ten beautiful 
grandchildren. His presence will certainly be missed by those who knew 
him, but his legacy will shine on for years to come.

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