[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 195 (Wednesday, November 19, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1096]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     HONORING JERRY KING WITH A CONGRESSIONAL VETERAN COMMENDATION

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 19, 2025

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Master Sergeant 
Jerry King of Heath, Texas, and to honor him with a Congressional 
Veteran Commendation. Master Sergeant King honorably served in the 
United States Air Force from 1971 to 1995, demonstrating exceptional 
leadership, dedication, and commitment to our Nation.
  Jerry was inspired to join the United States Air Force by a beloved 
friend, David Jackson, during a time when the draft was in full effect. 
Answering that call to serve, he went on to build a distinguished 24-
year career. Throughout his service, Jerry excelled in every role he 
held--from Aircraft Mechanic to Weapon System and Senior Controller to 
Master Sergeant--earning the respect of his peers and superiors alike. 
His service took him to Lackland Air Force Base, Chanute Air Force 
Base, Altus Air Force Base, Carswell Air Force Base, Grand Forks Air 
Force Base, Mildenhall Royal Air Force Base, and Sheppard Air Force 
Base. Jerry proudly served during the Vietnam War and later contributed 
to Operation Desert Storm during the Gulf War.
  For his exceptional performance and leadership, Jerry received 
numerous awards, including the Meritorious Service Medal with one oak 
leaf cluster, the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Air Force 
Achievement Medal with two oak leaf clusters, the Air Force Outstanding 
Unit Award Ribbon with three oak leaf clusters, and many others 
recognizing his professionalism and devotion to duty. In 1987, he was 
selected as First Sergeant of the Year for his superb leadership of the 
largest squadron on base, overseeing more than 560 personnel.
  After retiring from the Air Force, Jerry continued his lifelong 
commitment to service. From volunteering at his grandson's school to 
founding a local veterans' breakfast group, Jerry has continued to give 
back to his community. He completed correctional officer training and 
helped open the James V. Allred Correctional Unit in Iowa Park, Texas, 
where he earned a promotion to Sergeant. He later served his community 
for seventeen years with the U.S. Postal Service. Today, he remains 
deeply involved in honor of his fellow veterans as the Hunt County 
Veterans Honor Guard Coordinator, organizing and participating in 
funerals and events that pay tribute to their service and sacrifice.
  I am deeply honored to recognize Master Sergeant Jerry King for his 
extraordinary courage, patriotism, and lifelong devotion to serving 
others. He exemplifies the very best of Texas' 4th Congressional 
District and of the United States of America.

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