[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 188 (Tuesday, November 14, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1099]
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 HONORING THE 100TH BIRTHDAY OF WWII VETERAN CHARLES ``CHUCK'' SHUMATE

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                             HON. AMI BERA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 14, 2023

  Mr. BERA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize World War II veteran 
Charles Shumate who celebrated his 100th birthday this past weekend on 
November 11th and commend his outstanding service to our community and 
country. Mr, Shumate achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant during his 
time in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1946 and is also a very proud 
father, grandfather, and great grandfather.
  Charles enjoyed a long and illustrious career, working numerous jobs 
across the country. After his time in the Army, he spent time in the 
Air Force Reserves during which he also began working as a heavy 
equipment driver in Ohio and then as a factory worker. Charles later 
worked in data processing where he worked for both the government and 
in the private sector which took him to Sacramento County, where he 
eventually retired in 1982. He has resided there ever since.
  Charles' life of service and dedication is commendable and worthy of 
recognition. I want to extend both my gratitude and my best wishes to 
Mr. Shumate for his lifelong commitment to our communities and our 
country. His commitment to the safety and betterment of our nation is 
remarkable. I ask that my colleagues join me in celebrating Mr. Shumate 
for his outstanding work and wishing him a very happy 100th birthday.

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