[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 171 (Wednesday, October 18, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E990]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                RECOGNIZING KATHLEEN ``KATHY'' M. DAVIS

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                           HON. CHRIS PAPPAS

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 18, 2023

  Mr. PAPPAS. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, I rise today in recognition of 
Senior Master Sergeant (SMSgt.) Kathleen Davis, who passed away earlier 
this month. An Air Force veteran, a loving wife and mother, and a 
strong, determined woman, Kathy Davis embodies the values of personal 
perseverance and pure patriotism. Her selfless dedication to her 
family, our state, and our nation speaks to the courage and conviction 
she brought to the uniform and to our community. Today, we honor the 
life of Kathy Davis, recognizing her spirit of service and sacrifice.
  Born and raised in Dover, New Hampshire, Kathy spent her life in 
service to others. After starting her career at the Randolph Air Force 
Base in San Antonio, Texas, Kathy made her return to the Granite State, 
working at Pease Air National Guard Base in Portsmouth. For 30 years, 
Kathy served as a member of the United States Air Force, continuously 
challenging herself to improve, encouraging others to work hard, and 
offering support to members of her own community. After retiring from 
the military, Kathy and her husband Michael moved down south to the 
Carolinas. Persistent and hard-working, Kathy used her retirement to go 
back to school and earn her certificate as a personal trainer. In her 
final days, Kathy returned home to New Hampshire, spending her time in 
the Lakes Region of Meredith.
  Kathy will be fondly remembered for her strength and support by all 
those who knew her across the state and around the country. I want to 
commend Kathy on her legacy of service, and I want to offer my sincere 
condolences to her husband, children, parents, and the large network of 
family and loved ones that will continue to uphold her memory. On 
behalf of the constituents of New Hampshire's First Congressional 
District, I thank Kathy for her many years of service to our state and 
Nation.

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