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HONORING U.S. ARMY CORPORAL WARREN J. WINNE, SR.

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On 2024-12-17, Representative Elise M. Stefanik (R-NY-21) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING U.S. ARMY CORPORAL WARREN J. WINNE, SR." in the House. The speech addressed the environment and also covered defense, labor policy.

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HONORING U.S. ARMY CORPORAL WARREN J. WINNE, SR.

Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 187 (Tuesday, December 17, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 187 (Tuesday, December 17, 2024)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1294] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING U.S. ARMY CORPORAL WARREN J. WINNE, SR. ______ HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 17, 2024 Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of United States Army Corporal Warren J. Winne, Sr. Warren was born on February 17, 1931, in Albany, New York, to Lyman and Gladys Winne. He grew up alongside his siblings: Franklin, Eugene, Eileen, and Dorothy. Warren started his education in Rensselaer, New York, and later enrolled at East Greenbush High School before enlisting in the United States Army on May 3, 1948. Warren served on active duty with the Army from 1948 to 1952 and earned the rank of Corporal during his military career. Corporal Winne was a member of the 7th Infantry Division during the Korean War until his Honorable Discharge in 1952. Upon returning to civilian life, he married his wife Mary on September 21, 1952, at St. John's Church in Rensselaer and began a career as a pipe insulator for the Johns Manville Company. Warren established deep roots within his community. He was a proud volunteer firefighter with the Clinton Heights Fire Department, a member of the Melvin Roads American Legion Post No. 1231, and the Umpire-in-Chief of the East Greenbush Girls Softball Organization. His commitment to the softball community was recognized with the dedication of the East Greenbush Girls Softball field in his honor. Warren was also an active member of the Asbestos Union No. 40, demonstrating his solidarity with his fellow workers. In his free time, Warren was a skilled hunter and avid fisherman. Above all, Warren cherished his time spent with his four children: Carol, Sandra, Colleen, and Warren Jr. On behalf of New York's 21st Congressional District, it is an honor to recognize the extraordinary life of Corporal Warren J. Winne, Sr. and the enduring legacy of his character, selflessness, and dedication to his country and community. ____________________

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HONORING U.S. ARMY CORPORAL WARREN J. WINNE, SR. Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 187 (Tuesday, December 17, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 187 (Tuesday, December 17, 2024)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1294] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING U.S. ARMY CORPORAL WARREN J. WINNE, SR. ______ HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 17, 2024 Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of United States Army Corporal Warren J. Winne, Sr. Warren was born on February 17, 1931, in Albany, New York, to Lyman and Gladys Winne. He grew up alongside his siblings: Franklin, Eugene, Eileen, and Dorothy. Warren started his education in Rensselaer, New York, and later enrolled at East Greenbush High School before enlisting in the United States Army on May 3, 1948. Warren served on active duty with the Army from 1948 to 1952 and earned the rank of Corporal during his military career. Corporal Winne was a member of the 7th Infantry Division during the Korean War until his Honorable Discharge in 1952. Upon returning to civilian life, he married his wife Mary on September 21, 1952, at St. John's Church in Rensselaer and began a career as a pipe insulator for the Johns Manville Company. Warren established deep roots within his community. He was a proud volunteer firefighter with the Clinton Heights Fire Department, a member of the Melvin Roads American Legion Post No. 1231, and the Umpire-in-Chief of the East Greenbush Girls Softball Organization. His commitment to the softball community was recognized with the dedication of the East Greenbush Girls Softball field in his honor. Warren was also an active member of the Asbestos Union No. 40, demonstrating his solidarity with his fellow workers. In his free time, Warren was a skilled hunter and avid fisherman. Above all, Warren cherished his time spent with his four children: Carol, Sandra, Colleen, and Warren Jr. On behalf of New York's 21st Congressional District, it is an honor to recognize the extraordinary life of Corporal Warren J. Winne, Sr. and the enduring legacy of his character, selflessness, and dedication to his country and community. ____________________