[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 78 (Tuesday, May 10, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E470-E471]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF ARTHUR CLEVELAND HESTER

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                          HON. SHARICE DAVIDS

                               of kansas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 10, 2022

  Ms. DAVIDS of Kansas. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 
life of Mr. Arthur ``Art'' Cleveland Hester. Mr. Hester led an 
accomplished life, serving his nation during a time of war, and 
influencing the next generation. He leaves behind a large family and 
community that will miss him greatly.
  Mr. Hester was dedicated to serving this nation diligently throughout 
his life, and this is well exemplified by his military service. After 
graduating The United States Military Academy with a degree in 
mechanical engineering, Mr. Hester served two campaigns in Vietnam 
where he was a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army. He earned several 
commendations for his service, including the Silver Star, Bronze Star, 
and the Purple Heart. But of course, he was most proud of his time as 
an Airborne Ranger. After returning to the United States, he received a 
master's degree in Finance from New York University and a master's 
degree in industrial engineering from Stanford University. When he 
retired from active duty in 1981, he became a reservist in the Army and 
began working at the General Motors Fairfax Assembly Plant in Kansas 
City, Kansas. He would devote much of his career to automotive 
manufacturing, working in plants across the country as a manager and 
supervisor. Even when he eventually left GM in 1998, he continued to 
work in automotive manufacturing as a founding partner of engineering 
firm CHB and as a program manager who provided technical support to 
automotive and manufacturing organizations.
  Mr. Hester was generous with his time, often choosing to help mentor 
young people at his church and in his local community. I will always be 
grateful to Mr. Hester for serving on

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my office's Academy Nominations Panel, where he helped evaluate and 
advise local academy candidates that were interested in serving their 
country as he had. His perspective was unique and highly valued; I will 
sincerely miss his wit, empathy, and candor.
  Mr. Hester leaves behind a large legacy of service, compassion, and 
dedication that all Americans can admire.

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