[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 116 (Monday, July 15, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E726]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         WISHING DR. FRANK WALERKO A VERY HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY

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                          HON. RUDY YAKYM III

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 15, 2024

  Mr. YAKYM. Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate and wish a very happy and 
special 100th birthday to World War II and Korean War veteran Frank 
Walerko, M.D.
  Born on July 28, 1924, Dr. Walerko embodies what it means to be a 
member of the ``Greatest Generation.'' When the forces of fascism and 
tyranny threatened the peace, security, and freedom of millions upon 
millions of people throughout the world, Frank answered the call to 
serve. Frank served in the Navy during World War II, and later as a 
Captain in the Army Medical Corp during the Korean War.
  President Reagan reminded us that freedom is fragile and must 
constantly be fought for and guarded by each generation. That noble 
mission is exactly what Dr. Walerko helped carry out when he wore the 
uniform of the United States Military. Because of the service and 
sacrifice of veterans, generations of Americans have been able to 
experience the blessings of liberty and live in a land that is free. 
For that, all of us owe Frank and his fellow veterans a debt that we 
can never fully repay.
  In addition to his military service, Dr. Walerko holds a Bachelor of 
Science Degree from the University of Notre Dame, and his Medical 
Degree from the St. Louis University School of Medicine. He also 
established a family practice in Mishawaka and South Bend, where he met 
the specific medical needs of Hoosiers in our area.
  As Dr. Walerko celebrates a century of life well lived, I Join 
Hoosiers throughout Indiana's Second District and beyond in wishing 
Frank a very happy 100th birthday. I commend him for his loyal service 
and the many positive contributions he has made to the Second District 
and our country. May God bless Frank Walerko.

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