[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 169 (Tuesday, September 28, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1036]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     SEPTEMBER VETERAN OF THE MONTH

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                            HON. KEVIN HERN

                              of oklahoma

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 28, 2021

  Mr. HERN. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor the First District of 
Oklahoma's September Veteran of the Month, Michael Coon.
  Michael Coon served our country in the United States Army as a 
paratrooper. Coon comes from a family that takes pride in their 
Military service to the United States; both his father and his son 
faithfully served our country. This family's heart to help and protect 
others is commendable. Michael Coon continues to help and protect 
members of our veteran community.
  Michael goes above and beyond to advocate for his fellow veterans. He 
is involved with Mission 22, a non-profit organization that support 
veterans suffering from PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, suicide risk, and 
other challenges. Michael lost his own son to suicide after his 
service. Michael continues to raise awareness of veteran suicide and 
help others struggling. A silhouette of Michael's son will be included 
in ``The War at Home Memorial'' currently being built in Broken Arrow. 
This memorial will help bring awareness to the 22 veterans that are 
lost to suicide every day.
  Michael is a veteran, advocate, and a father. He answered the call to 
defend freedom and continues to serve others in our community. It is my 
honor to recognize Michael Coon as the 1st Congressional District of 
Oklahoma's September Veteran of the Month.

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