Tom Price: “America, the State of Georgia and this House of Representatives have lost a great public servant, an uncommon leader…”

“America, the State of Georgia and this House of Representatives have lost a great public servant, an uncommon leader, and a proud patriot. I am profoundly saddened by the passing of Congressman Charlie Norwood, a gentleman who selflessly served the people of Georgia and this House for more than 12 years. Charlie spent his entire life helping others as a soldier, as a dentist, as a legislator. He served valiantly in the defense of our Nation in the Medical Battalion of the 173rd Airborne Brigade in Vietnam. He returned home to serve his community in Augusta as a dentist. And for 12 years, he was a faithful servant to the people of Georgia in his district as a Member of Congress. In Congress he was a passionate supporter of our military and of our veterans. He was a tireless advocate for patients and patient centered health reform. And he never forgot for whom he was to work in Washington, his constituents. Congressman Norwood was a dear friend to me. His friendship and his perspective and his guidance in this House are things that I will always cherish. Anyone who knew Charlie knew that he was as tough as they come and he always stood up for what he believed in. Rarely, rarely in any walk of life are we privileged to come to know someone who stood for his principles as strongly as Charlie Norwood. His legacy in the House of Representatives will be one of integrity, one of vigor, and one of loyalty.”