[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 150 (Wednesday, September 25, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H5751]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             CELEBRATING RICHARD KEEP, JR.'S 100TH BIRTHDAY

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from 
Iowa (Mrs. Miller-Meeks) for 5 minutes.
  Mrs. MILLER-MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, one of the most joyous things we do 
in Congress is to speak about people in our district.
  Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate a remarkable milestone for a 
fellow Iowan and a fellow veteran.
  Richard Keep, Jr., is about to turn 100 years old on September 28, 
2024. Richard's life is a shining example of bravery and dedication. As 
a World War II Army veteran, he served in the 12th Armored Division and 
the 92nd Reconnaissance Squadron from 1943 to 1945 in Germany.
  His courage during a crucial time in our history is an inspiration to 
us all. Richard fought for the freedoms we enjoy today, demonstrating 
great strength and commitment to his fellow soldiers and our country, 
and he did this starting at age 19.
  Richard's story doesn't end there. He met his wife, Carol, while they 
were students at Delta High School. They got married about 5 months 
before he was deployed to Germany. They graduated together in 1942, 
married in 1943 before deployment, and have now shared an incredible 81 
years of marriage together. They are about to celebrate their 100th 
birthday together, as well as their 81st anniversary.
  Their family includes two children, Kelli and Karen, four 
grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren, all influenced by Richard 
and Carol's strong family values and love for one another.
  As we honor Richard on his special occasion, his 100th birthday, let 
us celebrate his incredible life as a soldier and, on their 81st 
wedding anniversary, his life as a family man.
  Here is to Richard, a true American hero and a proud Iowan.

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