Stephanie Bice said "Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to say good- bye to Ava Forrester, one of the last World War II Rosie the Riveters. Ava worked on the left wing of the C-47 cargo transport aircraft in Oklahoma City. I had the tremendous honor of meeting Ava on her 105th birthday this last April. She was optimistic about life, willing to try anything, and funny, too. It is imperative that we remember the legacies of women like Ava, who stepped up to serve her country in a time of need. Their work allowed the American war effort to be successful and powered an unprecedented age of American ingenuity. It seems only fitting that as we approach Veterans Day, I have the blessing to recognize Mrs. Forrester. Rest in peace, Ava. ___________________

On the recordNovember 9, 2023

Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to say good- bye to Ava Forrester, one of the last World War II Rosie the Riveters. Ava worked on the left wing of the C-47 cargo transport aircraft in Oklahoma City. I had the tremendous honor of meeting Ava on her 105th birthday this last April. She was optimistic about life, willing to try anything, and funny, too. It is imperative that we remember the legacies of women like Ava, who stepped up to serve her country in a time of need. Their work allowed the American war effort to be successful and powered an unprecedented age of American ingenuity. It seems only fitting that as we approach Veterans Day, I have the blessing to recognize Mrs. Forrester. Rest in peace, Ava. ____________________

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Stephanie Bice

Republican · Oklahoma

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