Wayne Gilchrest: “Our hearts collectively here in the Nation's Capitol reach out to the families of Mr. Gibson and Mr. Chestnut, to…”

“Our hearts collectively here in the Nation's Capitol reach out to the families of Mr. Gibson and Mr. Chestnut, to comfort as best we can their sorrow. These two brave men have not only saved our lives, but these two brave men have changed our lives and this place forever. Their friendly presence and their warm smile will be with us as a Nation as we go to work, as we go to school, as we travel through the hallowed places of this country. We will feel the presence that Mr. Gibson and Mr. Chestnut have left. A summer afternoon at a ball game, we will feel their friendly presence. During the gentle spring rain or a cold winter night, we will feel their warm smile. When we experience joy, they and their spirit will be with us. When we experience sorrow, these two men will be there as well. Mr. Chestnut and Mr. Gibson, their lives were the essence of humility, commitment, compassion, faith, and love. They have set the mark for all of us to follow.”