Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to remember the life of Lieutenant Commander Lou Conter, the last survivor of the USS Arizona during the attacks on Pearl Harbor. At 102 years old, Lou passed away in his home in Grass Valley, California, surrounded by his family on April 1, 2024. He enlisted at the age of 18 and just two short years later was at the center of the Pearl Harbor attacks on December 7, 1941. Then quartermaster, Lou was on the deck when the ship was hit. Ultimately, 1,177 of his shipmates from the USS Arizona perished that day. He went on to serve 27 years in the Navy, rising to the rank of lieutenant commander. He spent his life keeping the memories of Pearl Harbor alive, educating others and even doing interviews up until he was 100 years old. Lieutenant Commander Conter was committed to helping others in times of need and truly loved making a difference in his community. He leaves behind a daughter, Louann Daley; three sons, Tony, Jim, and Jeff; stepson, Ron; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We will never forget his sacrifice or the sacrifice of his fellow sailors on the USS Arizona. We extend our gratitude for his dedicated service and are eternally thankful for his contributions. ____________________”