Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge and honor the life of a personal friend, Major William Amos Usher. Bill passed away at the age of 86 on Sunday in Paducah, Kentucky. From 1952 to 1962, Bill served as a fighter pilot in France and Germany for the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserves. Bill proudly served in the 417th tactical fighter squadron and was awarded the Commendation Medal for his outstanding work with the United States military. In 1962, he retired and returned home to Paducah to help with the family trucking company, Usher Transport. Bill became the manager of the company and eventually the owner for many years. Bill established the local Christmas Cop organization, was honored as a Kentucky Colonel and a Duke of Paducah for all of his contributions. Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the life and legacy of Major William Amos ``Bill'' Usher for his many outstanding contributions to the community as well as his service to our country. God bless him always. ____________________”