[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 23 (Friday, February 4, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E115]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         COLONEL JOSIAH WALLACE

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                           HON. DUSTY JOHNSON

                            of south dakota

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, February 4, 2022

  Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Colonel Josiah Wallace of Rapid City, South Dakota who passed away on 
November 18, at the age of 97.
  Following high school, Josiah received an appointment to West Point. 
He served in the military for 30 years, completing tours in both the 
Korean and Vietnam wars. Josiah was a well-decorated veteran, receiving 
the Distinguished Service Medal, Silver Star with valor, two Legion of 
Merits, and two Purple Hearts.
  After retiring from the military, Josiah spent his time volunteering 
in the Rapid City community. He organized ``Operation Evergreen,'' 
which planted thousands of trees in Rapid City and created the tree 
canopy that Rapid City enjoys as a Tree City USA. He also gave back to 
the community by being an active member of the Catholic Church. Josiah 
spent time volunteering his knowledge and efforts to help educate the 
next generation on the topic of leadership in the workplace by 
volunteering as an Adjunct Professor at South Dakota School of Mines & 
Technology.
  In 1946, Josiah married his high school sweetheart, Beulah ``Vicki'' 
Mae Housiaux, whom he was married to for 72 years. Together, they had 
six children, 12 grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren.
  Josiah's impact on lives and his dedication to serve and mentor 
others is evident throughout his life. I would like to thank Josiah and 
his family on behalf of South Dakota for his service to our Nation. He 
will be deeply missed by all.

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