[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 40 (Monday, March 3, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E179]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




HONORING LIEUTENANT COLONEL VICTOR ROESKE AS THE MARCH 2025 VETERAN OF 
                               THE MONTH

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                          HON. LISA C. McCLAIN

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 3, 2025

  Mrs. McCLAIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the exceptional 
service and lifelong dedication of Lieutenant Colonel Victor Roeske, 
USA (Ret.), a distinguished U.S. Army veteran and our March 2025 
Veteran of the Month from Michigan's 9th Congressional District. 
Throughout his decades of military and civilian service, LTC Roeske has 
exemplifed duty, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to his 
country and community.
  A Michigan native, LTC Roeske graduated from Rogers City High School 
in 1970 and earned an appointment to the prestigious United States 
Military Academy at West Point. Upon graduating in 1974 with a Bachelor 
of Science degree, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant. He then 
completed both Airborne and Ranger training, setting the foundation for 
a distinguished military career.
  Over the next 21 years, LTC Roeske held key leadership positions in 
the U.S. Army, serving with distinction across the globe. His service 
included assignments with the 82nd Airborne Division, the 2nd Infantry 
Division in Korea, and various leadership roles at Fort Bragg, Fort 
Sill, and Maxwell Air Force Base. He commanded troops, directed 
artillery operations, and contributed to national security through 
roles in the Defense Nuclear Agency's Cooperative Threat Reduction 
Program.
  A dedicated scholar and educator, LTC Roeske earned two master's 
degrees in Operations Research and Statistics and Applied Mathematics 
from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. He later served as an Instructor 
and Assistant Professor at West Point and as a faculty member at the 
Naval Postgraduate School, shaping the next generation of military 
leaders through his expertise in mathematics and operational research.
  After retiring in 1995, LTC Roeske's commitment to service remained, 
continuing to support military institutions and his community. He 
played a vital role in shaping future military leaders as a West Point 
Admissions Congressional District Coordinator and a member of multiple 
Service Academy Nomination Boards.
  Today, LTC Roeske channels his leadership and experience into 
mentorship, faith-based outreach, and community support. He volunteers 
at the Spero Pregnancy Center in Port Huron, the Blue Water Area Rescue 
Mission, and serves as a Prison Fellowship Volunteer at both the Macomb 
and Thumb Correctional Facilities, offering guidance and hope to those 
in need. His unwavering dedication to uplifting others embodies the 
same values of duty, honor, and service that defined his distinguished 
military career.
  Mr. Speaker, LTC Victor Roeske's life is a testament to the enduring 
spirit of service--both in uniform and in civilian life. His leadership 
on the battlefield, in the classroom, and within his community has left 
a lasting impact on those he has served and mentored. Today, we honor 
LTC Roeske for his exemplary military career and his continued 
dedication to uplifting others. His service to our Nation and his 
community stands as an inspiration to us all.

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