HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF U.S. NAVY CORPSMAN JACK GUTMAN

HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF U.S. NAVY CORPSMAN JACK GUTMAN

Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 37 (Tuesday, February 25, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 37 (Tuesday, February 25, 2025)] [House] [Pages H772-H773] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF U.S. NAVY CORPSMAN JACK GUTMAN The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from California (Mr. Correa) for 5 minutes. Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of World War II hero and U.S. Navy Corpsman Jack Gutman, who passed away just a few days before his 99th birthday. Jack answered the call to serve our Nation after the attack on Pearl Harbor. He was barely 18 when he enlisted as a corpsman in the Navy. Jack defended our country in some of the most harrowing battles of the war, including bravely providing care to the wounded on the beaches of Normandy on D-day. Years after returning home with his invisible wounds, Jack sought help through the VA and received treatment for his PTSD. His recovery inspired him to dedicate his life to help fellow veterans find the courage to seek support for their own PTSD challenges. Sergeant Gutman's life of service to this country and his fellow veterans continues to be an inspiration for all of us. Mr. Speaker, I ask all of my colleagues to join me in celebrating the life and legacy of my good friend and American hero, Jack Gutman, part of America's Greatest Generation. Honoring the Life and Legacy of U.S. Army Veteran Royal ``Roy'' Edward Neeley Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of U.S. Army veteran Royal ``Roy'' Edward Neeley. Sergeant Neeley served our Nation proudly as a Green Beret in the elite [[Page H773]] 1st Special Forces Command, Airborne. Roy's dedication and service to our country continued after he left the military. As a civilian he worked as an operations manager. Roy married Elaine McDonald in 1972, and together they built a life filled with love and beautiful memories. Our community lost Sergeant Neeley on October 12, 2024, at the age of 76. His memory lives on through his loving wife, children, grandchildren, and our Orange County community. Sergeant Neeley, thank you for your service to our country and dedication to our community. We will miss you. ____________________