[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 152 (2006), Part 15]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 20258]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                 A TRIBUTE TO PRIVATE ERIC M. KAVANAGH

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                     HON. C.A. DUTCH RUPPERSBERGER

                              of maryland

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 26, 2006

  Mr. RUPPERSBERGER. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you today to honor the 
life of a Maryland soldier who died honorably serving his country in 
support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Private Eric M. Kavanagh from Glen 
Burnie, Maryland was a dedicated and loyal serviceman. His courage 
enabled him to be a leader among his peers.
  The 20-year-old private was trained as a Bradley tank driver. He was 
assigned to the 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade 
Combat team, 1st Infantry Division, Schweinfurt, Germany. After his 
training, he was stationed in Iraq for 5 weeks.
  I commend Private Kavanagh for his courage to serve our country and 
to fight for freedom in an unsettled world. Without doubt, his bravery 
gives his parents, Mr. Kelvin T. Kavanagh and Ms. Rhonda Kavanagh great 
pride. Private Kavanagh was the oldest of three children. He is 
remembered for being not only a magnanimous and compassionate soldier 
but also an incredible brother and son.
  Prior to joining the Army, Private Kavanagh worked for a weekly 
shopping publication, the Pennysaver. Co-workers said he was always 
happy and smiling. He attended Folger McKinsey Elementary School, 
Severna Park Middle School, and Chesapeake High School.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join with me today to honor the 
patriotism of Private Eric M. Kavanagh. His love of country and 
willingness to serve his country will forever last in our hearts and 
minds. He made the ultimate sacrifice for the United States of America 
and he will always be remembered as a hero from Maryland.

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