[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 18]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 24690]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO ARMY CPT ROB YLLESCAS

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                           HON. ADRIAN SMITH

                              of nebraska

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 10, 2008

  Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Madam Speaker, today I rise to honor a brave 
young man who called Nebraska's Third District home, Army CPT Rob 
Yllescas, who was laid to rest this week after succumbing to injuries 
received in Afghanistan on October 28. He commanded B-Troop, 6-4 
Cavalry of the 3rd Brigade, 1st Infantry Division.
  Rob has been described as a hero both on and off the battlefield. I 
was honored to speak with his family a few weeks ago, and I was touched 
by their hope, resolve, and spirit even as Rob struggled against his 
injuries. Nebraskans throughout our State are sending our thoughts and 
prayers to his wife, Dena, and his two daughters, Julia and Eva. I know 
Rob's strength is with them.
  Words cannot express our gratitude for Rob's service to our country, 
or the loss of such a brave friend and father. We can do no less than 
live up to his ideals.

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