HONORING CAPTAIN CHRISTOPHER J. GARROW

On 2025-05-21, Representative Elise M. Stefanik (R-NY-21) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING CAPTAIN CHRISTOPHER J. GARROW" in the House.

HONORING CAPTAIN CHRISTOPHER J. GARROW

Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 86 (Wednesday, May 21, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 86 (Wednesday, May 21, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E461] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING CAPTAIN CHRISTOPHER J. GARROW ______ HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK of new york in the house of representatives Wednesday, May 21, 2025 Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Captain Christopher J. Garrow and his years of service to his country and community. Christopher was born on July 22, 1975, and raised in Peru, New York. After graduating from Peru High School in 1994, Chris decided to serve his nation and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Chris served honorably and rose to the rank of Sergeant. He was personally awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal and the Good Conduct Medal for his dedication. Following his honorable discharge, Chris returned to his hometown and joined the ranks of New York's finest with the New York State Police. As an active member of the New York State Police, he took on many roles including Marine Operator, Firearms Instructor, State Police Underwater Rescue Team member, and Field Training Officer. Drawing on his experience in the Armed Forces, Chris excelled and rose through the ranks to become a Captain. Following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, Chris was assigned to aid in the search and recovery efforts at Ground Zero in New York City. Unfortunately, it was that assignment that would later cost Chris his life after he developed pancreatic cancer due to his time there. Chris was also a family man, having married his wife Jillian in 2002, they were blessed with two daughters, Ella and Maggie. He was a devoted father who spent his summers on the lake with his family and friends and his winters skiing with his girls. His loved ones will always remember him as a strong but humble man and who was always willing to help. The North Country lost one of its best when Christopher passed on June 12, 2023. On behalf of New York's 21st Congressional District, I am proud to recognize the legacy of Captain Christopher J. Garrow and honor him for his lifetime of service. ____________________