[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 10]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 14419]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF U.S. MARINE LANCE CORPORAL THOMAS OLIVER 
                                KEELING

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 27, 2005

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and remembrance of 
United States Marine Lance Corporal Thomas Oliver Keeling, who 
courageously and selflessly heeded the call to duty and made the 
ultimate sacrifice on behalf of our country.
  Corporal Keeling's life was defined by his family, friends, love for 
his country and an unbridled energy and joy that he freely extended to 
others. He received inner strength and faith from those who knew him 
best and loved him most, especially his parents, Sherry Berry and 
Thomas Keeling, step-parents, Robert Berry and Diane Palos, and 
siblings, Erin, Kristen and Rebecca.
  Corporal Keeling was a dedicated family member, student and Marine. 
After graduating from Strongsville High School in 2000, he enrolled at 
Kent State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor's degree in 
2004. He was always willing to go the extra mile for his family, 
friends, and for those with whom he served beside, with the highest 
level of honor and integrity, the men and women of Weapons Company--3rd 
Battalion, 25th U.S. Marine Regiment in Iraq.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and remembrance 
of Lance Corporal Thomas Oliver Keeling. I extend my deepest 
condolences to his entire family, extended family, and to his many 
friends. The immeasurable sacrifice, significant service, and 
unwavering bravery that framed his young life will be forever held 
within the hearts of all who knew and loved him well. Corporal 
Keeling's life is testament to all that is good in humanity, and his 
legacy will be honored and remembered by the people of Strongsville, 
the Cleveland community, and the entire Nation, for all time.

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