[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 129 (Wednesday, July 26, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E721]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING ROBERT F. DASH

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                             HON. ANDY KIM

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 26, 2023

  Mr. KIM of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
constituent and a true friend to veterans across my district and 
throughout New Jersey, Ronald F. Dash. Ronald served his country with 
honor and valor as a member of the United States Marine Corps during 
the Vietnam War, where he was wounded and received the Purple Heart. 
After his service in Vietnam, he served in the Army Reserves and later 
transitioned to the Army National Guard attaining a final military rank 
of Staff Sergeant.
  Ronald's dedication to service did not end with his military career. 
He continues to give his time generously as an adviser to the 
Willingboro Township Veterans Advisory Committee which is active within 
area VFW organizations and American Legions. Most notably, Ron serves 
as Commander in the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 26 right 
here in New Jersey's 3rd Congressional District. Ron can also be found 
at many community events in Willingboro--providing those in need to a 
hot meal or connecting a fellow veteran to benefits they have earned.
  August 7th is Purple Heart Day, and as we prepare to honor and 
remember the brave men and women who were wounded during their service 
or paid the ultimate sacrifice. Today, I want to say thank you to 
Ronald F. Dash for all that he has done to uphold the solemn commitment 
we have to veterans and their families. The Willingboro community, my 
district, and the State of New Jersey are all better off thanks to his 
tireless efforts.

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