[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 15 (Thursday, January 22, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H1336]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  REMEMBERING OLIVER ``OLLIE'' JENKINS

  (Mr. LAWLER asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. LAWLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the life of Oliver ``Ollie'' 
Jenkins, a proud Bronx native whose presence left a lasting mark on his 
family and community.
  Born and raised in the Bronx, Ollie came from a close-knit, 
hardworking family whose small businesses were fixtures in their 
neighborhood. Those values stayed with him throughout his life.
  In 1971, Ollie answered the call to serve our country, enlisting in 
the United States Army and serving honorably, including time stationed 
in Germany. Like too many veterans, he later carried the invisible 
wounds of service, facing PTSD with courage and the steadfast support 
of those who loved him.
  Ollie was gentle, kind, and unforgettable, known for his laugh, his 
jokes, his love of karate and Bruce Lee, and for proudly representing 
the Bronx everywhere he went. He was a devoted father and grandfather; 
a loyal brother, uncle, and neighbor; and a familiar, beloved presence 
in our community.
  Ollie leaves behind a family who cherished him deeply, especially his 
daughter, Colby, and a legacy built in love, perseverance, and deep 
faith. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.

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