[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 103 (Thursday, June 16, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E634]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING MAJOR JOHN W. BARRY USA (RET.) FOR HIS SERVICE TO OUR 
                                COUNTRY

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                          HON. LISA C. McCLAIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 16, 2022

  Mrs. McCLAIN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and 
service of Major John W. Barry USA (Ret.), who will be interred on 
Friday June 17th at Arlington National Cemetery.
  John was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on October 28, 1930. He 
later became a native of St. Clair, Michigan, before passing away on 
January 9, 2021.
  John lived a long and fruitful life devoted to service, country, and 
family. Enlisting in the Army in 1952, John had a 20-year career that 
was defined by distinguished service and leadership. During this time, 
John earned his aviation wings in both rotary and fixed wing aircraft, 
and fought in the Korea and Vietnam conflicts as a Huey Helicopter 
Captain, In Vietnam, he and his co-pilot were wounded and later 
received the Purple Heart for wounds in action.
  In addition to the Purple Heart, John received 20 other honors, which 
were awarded for missions flown, contact with the enemy, and 
individually. These honors include the Bronze Star Medal, Air Medal, 
Good Conduct Medal, the United Nations Service Medal (Korea), Vietnam 
Cross of Gallantry with palm, Army Commendation, and much more.
  Upon his retirement, John worked at Prestolite and Port Huron schools 
before his eventual retirement in 1999. In addition, John was a VFW 
Life Member and member of American Legion Post 449.
  Madam Speaker, I thank John for his service to our country and the 
example he set for all Michiganders. My heartfelt condolences go out to 
his family and loved ones who I hope find solace in the fact that John 
lived a long, distinguished, and full life. They could not ask for 
anything more. Again, I thank Major Barry; we will never forget his 
service.

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