[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 199 (Wednesday, December 21, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1332]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       RECOGNIZING SEAN P. LEAHY

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                          HON. MIKE GALLAGHER

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 21, 2022

  Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, l rise here today to honor the life and 
legacy of a truly honorable and remarkable man, Sean P. Leahy.
  United States Marine Corps Major Sean Leahy was an incredible Marine, 
father, husband, and son. He was born in Hartford, Connecticut to his 
loving parents Tom and Laura. Sean would eventually head to University 
of Wisconsin Stevens Point where he was a hockey standout. Sean had a 
clear love for hockey and his country which ultimately led to him 
joining the United States Marine Corps. Sean was also a beloved 
teammate, respected team captain, and an energetic youth coach. His 
players and teammates had the utmost respect for him on and off the 
ice. Leadership was in Sean's blood, and he led on the hockey rink and 
on the battlefield with his fellow Marines. Sean followed in the 
footsteps of his father and grandfather when he proudly signed up to 
serve and protect his country. He served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, 
Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Allies Welcome. The Marines 
that knew him well described him as a lion of a Marine and his Marines 
were part of his family. l commend Sean for his unwavering service to 
the United States of America.
  Throughout Sean's incredible life, he lived all across the United 
States and traveled all over the world. He ultimately settled down in 
Northeast Wisconsin after meeting the love of his life, Meghan, when 
his family moved to Port Edwards, Wisconsin. Sean's love for his wife, 
and their sons Ryan and Zack, is simply unparalleled. Sean was a truly 
remarkable public servant, leader, Marine, and most importantly 
husband, father, and son. Sean left a mark on all those he interacted 
with in life and our entire community will miss his presence.
  Madam Speaker, today l ask for this body to join me in honoring the 
life and legacy of a remarkable man and soldier, Major Sean Leahy. The 
people of Northeastern Wisconsin thank Sean for his leadership on and 
off the battlefield, along with his kindness and dedication to his 
family, friends, and the United States. My thoughts and prayers go out 
to his wife, Meghan, their sons, his friends, family, and all of the 
lives he touched throughout his life. Semper Fi.

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