[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 66 (Thursday, April 20, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H1896]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF NATHAN LEIKIP

  (Ms. HAGEMAN asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. HAGEMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and 
legacy of Nathan Leikip, a Wyomingite who bravely defended this country 
and touched the hearts of all of those around him.
  Upon graduation from Sheridan High School, Nathan enlisted in the 
U.S. Navy, serving honorably for 4 years. Following the tragic attacks 
on 9/11, compelled by his devotion to service and love of his Nation, 
Nathan returned to Active Duty in the Army, completing multiple 
deployments in Iraq.
  During his combat deployments, Nathan was twice wounded from attacks 
on his convoy and received two Purple Hearts and the Army Commendation 
Medal with Combat V.
  Following his military service, Nathan continued to serve others as a 
sheriff's deputy in Bayfield, Colorado, for many years.
  Tragically, Nathan took his own life after a long, hard-fought battle 
with PTSD and other sustained injuries from his service. Nathan was a 
child of God and a patriot who will not be forgotten.
  His leadership, compassion, and desire to help others will be forever 
remembered by his community and should serve as a model for all 
Americans each and every day.
  To Nathan's family, I offer my sincere prayers in this difficult time 
of mourning, and I ask all of my colleagues to join me in remembering 
the life of Nathan Leikip, honoring his service to our Nation, and 
standing with his family in these difficult times.

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