[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 108 (Tuesday, June 22, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E674-E675]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     HONORING CHIEF SPECIAL WARFARE OPERATOR (SEAL) ZACKARY MILLER

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                            HON. KAY GRANGER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 22, 2021

  Ms. GRANGER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of U.S. 
Navy Chief Special Warfare Operator Zackary Miller, a highly decorated 
Navy SEAL, who was taken far too early by cancer at the age of 39. He 
died on June 4, 2021 in Virginia Beach, Virginia with his family, 
closest loved ones, and teammates by his side. He was an American hero 
who dedicated his life in service of our country.
  Zack grew up in Columbus, Georgia and Mobile, Alabama. In 2000, he 
graduated from McGill-Toolen Catholic High School where he played 
baseball, basketball, and was captain of the football team. Zack 
received a scholarship to play football at Millsaps College in Jackson, 
Mississippi before transferring to the University of Alabama in 
Tuscaloosa. He graduated in 2004 with a bachelor's degree in political 
science.

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  Zack's athletic prowess and leadership aptitude drove him to enlist 
in the U.S. Navy in 2004. He first served as an Aviation Ordnanceman 
onboard the USS Nimitz before realizing his dream of becoming a Navy 
SEAL. During his 16 years in the Navy, he became a highly decorated 
combat veteran with seven deployments and numerous awards for valor 
including the Bronze Star Medal with Valor, Joint Service Commendation 
Medal with Valor, and three Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medals 
with Valor, each for distinct heroic actions during combat operations 
worldwide.
  Zack was a devoted son, partner, friend, and teammate. He was known 
for his unparalleled work ethic that was only matched by his endlessly 
positive attitude, sense of humor, and charm. Madam Speaker, today I 
ask my colleagues to join Zack's family, friends, and teammates in 
celebrating a life well lived, recognizing the sacrifices he made for 
all of us, and extending our deepest gratitude for his service to our 
country.

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