[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 55 (Tuesday, March 24, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H2667]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
HONORING HOWARD THOMAS YOUNG
(Mr. CARTER of Georgia asked and was given permission to address the
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life
and legacy of World War II veteran, Howard Thomas Young, who peacefully
passed away March 9, 2026, at the age of 101.
Mr. Young was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, in 1925, being the
youngest of four boys.
After graduating from high school at just 17 years old, Howard
bravely enlisted in the United States Navy at the height of the Second
World War. He was deployed in the South Pacific under 5-star Admiral
Chester Nimitz and heroically fought for our country against the perils
of fascism.
After the war, Mr. Young received a college education and began
working for Owens-Illinois. After 35 years, Mr. Young decided to retire
in Savannah, Georgia, where he worked tirelessly in volunteer services
for our community, becoming an active member of many charitable
organizations.
Howard Young was a dedicated patriot who served with unwavering
courage and commitment. We thank him for his service to our country and
to our community.
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