[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 184 (Tuesday, November 7, 2023)]
[Senate]
[Pages S5397-S5398]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 TRIBUTE TO MASTER SERGEANT BOB AMMONS

 Mr. TUBERVILLE. Mr. President, most servicemembers come from a 
military family like MSgt Bob Ammons of Ozark, AL. Born on an Air Force 
base to a career airman, Bob decided to follow in his dad's footsteps. 
He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force as an air freight specialist.
  Bob did 14 assignments in 32 different countries during his 24-year-
career. His skills in developing safety strategies ensured many 
American airmen returned home safely from their missions overseas. Bob 
climbed the ranks to becoming a senior munitions inspector and missile 
inspector, where he was in charge of ensuring all missile systems were 
ready for combat.
  After retiring from the military in 1998, Bob decided to make Alabama 
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home. Now, he uses his time volunteering across our State. He started 
by volunteering as a volleyball, softball, and basketball coach in 
Dora, AL. Now, he volunteers with veterans and faith groups in the 
Wiregrass. Bob and his wife are actively involved in Post Oak Baptist 
Church in Ozark. Bob helps fix donated appliances for the Dale County 
Baptist Association's thrift store. He also serves as a service officer 
for Chapter No. 94 of the Disabled American Veterans, where he helps 
veterans with benefits and medical appointments.
  Bob is also very involved with Friends of Army Aviation, helping 
inspire future generations of aviators and supporting aviator veterans. 
Friends of Army Aviation President Doc Holladay says that Bob ``works 
tirelessly and consistently on any job that he is assigned. There is no 
hill too high for a climber like Bob.''
  Alabama is fortunate that Bob chose to use his talents to make our 
State a better place to call home. I am proud to recognize Bob Ammons 
as the November Veteran of the Month.

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