[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 38 (Tuesday, February 28, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E163]
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HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF STAFF SERGEANT FREDERICK LeROY WARNER, 
                                  JR.

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                         HON. DIANA HARSHBARGER

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 28, 2023

  Mrs. HARSHBARGER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of 
Staff Sergeant Frederick LeRoy Warner, Jr., fondly known as Teddy, who 
was called home to be with his savior in December.
  Teddy grew up with his brother in a strong Christian household where 
he grew his faith with the guidance and nurturing of his parents, 
grandparents, and great-grandparents.
  He was raised in Texas and upon graduation from High School enlisted 
in the United States Army where he was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 
502nd Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division. He served in 
Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm and was honorably 
discharged.
  After the Army, he earned his degree in Arts in History from the 
University of Houston but felt like his duty to his country was not 
finished.
  Ted reenlisted in the Army and joined the 5th Special Forces Group 
where he fought in three combat deployments in Iraq in support of 
Operation Iraqi Freedom. For his valor in Iraq, he earned medals of 
commendation for his courage and heroism under enemy fire. He returned 
home safely and finished out his military service in the Texas National 
Guard where he earned a Master's Degree in Business in Security 
Management.
  Ted was not only a decorated war veteran, but he was also a beloved 
missionary to everyone in his life. He understood the urgency of coming 
to know Jesus Christ and dedicated himself to uplifting others through 
his faith.
  America is the land of the free and home of the brave because of 
Godly men with a heart for service, like Ted. He lived his life in 
service to others and will be missed dearly.
  May his legacy and memory live on in the hearts of those who loved 
him and served with him, and may we always remember the sacrifices he 
made for this great Nation.

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