[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 112 (Tuesday, June 27, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E620]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING KATHY BURNS

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                        HON. A. DREW FERGUSON IV

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 27, 2023

  Mr. FERGUSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Kathy Burns, a 
remarkable veteran who has dedicated herself to serving and supporting 
our military and their families. Following her marriage to Mike Burns 
in 1981, Kathy and Mike attended the Officer Basic Course at Fort 
Benning, GA. During her 26 years of service, Kathy completed 
assignments in Fort Leavenworth, KS and the Army War College at 
Carlisle Barracks, PA, where Mike attended two Army courses. Because 
Kathy and Mike served at Fort Benning for a total of five tours and 
eleven years, when it came time to retire from active duty, Kathy and 
Mike decided to retire in Columbus, GA.
  Throughout their military journey, Kathy consistently volunteered to 
lead and support her husband's family support groups which provide 
guidance and mentorship to junior spouses and families. Her 
contributions were instrumental in unit readiness and the well-being of 
countless families in many military instillations. Kathy's impact 
extended beyond the military realm. She made it her goal to bridge the 
gap between the Army and the civilian community, serving on the boards 
of the Springer Opera House and Wynn House, among other community 
organizations.
  Throughout her 42-year marriage, while balancing multiple jobs and 
raising her son John, Kathy remained an unwavering role model for other 
Army spouses. Her positive impact on hundreds of Army spouses and 
families lives cannot be overstated. Mr. Speaker, her selfless actions 
have provided an amazing resource to our local families and beyond and 
we are extremely grateful for her dedication to our Nation's Army.

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