[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 25 (Wednesday, February 4, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H2012]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         RECOGNIZING RAY CURTIS

  (Mrs. FEDORCHAK asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. FEDORCHAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a remarkable 
North Dakotan--this handsome young man--Ray Curtis of Minot.
  On February 11, Ray will turn 109 years old. He is the oldest living 
World War II veteran in North Dakota and one of the oldest in our 
entire country.
  Ray served our Nation during one of the most defining moments in 
world history. Like so many from his generation, he answered the call 
without hesitation and helped secure freedom.
  Ray now resides at Minot Lodge Senior Living, surrounded by family 
and caregivers.
  North Dakota is so proud of Ray Curtis. We are grateful for his 
service, his sacrifice, and his example.
  Happy birthday to Ray. Congratulations on a life well-lived in 
service to our country.

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