[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 156 (2010), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10616]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




             TRIBUTE TO U.S. NAVY COMMANDER PETER J. CARTY

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                            HON. KEN CALVERT

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 14, 2010

  Mr. CALVERT. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor and pay tribute to 
an individual whose service to his country and family are exceptional. 
On December 17, 2009, U.S. Navy Commander Peter J. Carty passed away 
after a two-month battle with cancer. He will be deeply missed.
  Commander Carty was born in September 29, 1965 in Portland, Oregon, 
to parents William and Janet Carty. He grew up in Williamsport, 
Pennsylvania with his siblings David, Jeanmarie, Robert, Timothy and 
Elizabeth. He graduated from high school in 1983 and attended the 
Virginia Military Institute. He graduated in 1987 with a Bachelor of 
Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. Following graduation, Peter 
was commissioned into the United States Navy as an officer and was 
assigned to the USS Jarrett (FFG-33) stationed at Naval Station Long 
Beach. Peter continued his career in the Reserves, eventually earning 
the rank of Commander.
  In 1994, Peter received a Master of Business Administration from the 
University of Southern California and went on to work as the Western 
Regional Manager for Parker Hannifin Corporation. Peter is survived by 
his wife, Carmina; his son, Andrew; stepdaughter, Lauren; parents, and 
siblings. Peter joins his older brother David who passed away in 2008 
after a battle with cancer.
  As we look at the incredibly rich military history of our country we 
realize that this history is comprised of men like Commander Carty who 
bravely fought for the ideals of freedom and democracy. Each story is 
unique and humbling for those of us who, far from the dangers they have 
faced, live our lives in relative comfort and ease. Commander Carty was 
a true patriot who will be sorely missed by his family and friends, but 
his legacy and service to our great nation will always be remembered.
  On behalf of all those who knew him, it is my honor to offer these 
remarks on June 14th, Flag Day, as a tribute to the life and legacy of 
Commander Peter Carty.

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