[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 151 (2005), Part 14]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 19407]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING STAFF SERGEANT JASON MONTEFERING

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                         HON. STEPHANIE HERSETH

                            of south dokota

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 29, 2005

  Ms. HERSETH. Mr. Speaker, I am saddened to report the passing of 
Staff Sergeant Jason Montefering of Parkston, South Dakota. He was 
killed, while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
  The lives of countless people were enormously enhanced by Jason's 
goodwill and service. He inspired all those who knew him. Our Nation is 
a far better place because of his life. All Americans owe Jason, and 
the other soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of 
freedom, a tremendous debt of gratitude for their service.
  Every member of the House of Representatives has taken a solemn oath 
to defend the constitution against all enemies, foreign and domestic. 
While we certainly understand the gravity of the issues facing this 
legislative body, Staff Sergeant Jason Montefering lived that 
commitment to our country. Today, we remember and honor his noble 
service to the United States and the ultimate sacrifice he has paid 
with his life to defend our freedoms and foster liberty for others.
  Mr. Speaker, I express my sympathies to the family and friends of 
Staff Sergeant Jason Montefering. I believe the best way to honor him 
is to emulate his commitment to our country. I know he will always be 
missed, but his service to our Nation will never be forgotten.

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