Honoring Robert F. Dash

by Andrew Kim

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a constituent and a true friend to veterans across my district and throughout New Jersey, Ronald F. Dash. Ronald served his country with honor and valor as a member of the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, where he was wounded and received the Purple Heart. After his service in Vietnam, he served in the Army Reserves and later transitioned to the Army National Guard attaining a final military rank of Staff Sergeant.

Ronald's dedication to service did not end with his military career. He continues to give his time generously as an adviser to the Willingboro Township Veterans Advisory Committee which is active within area VFW organizations and American Legions. Most notably, Ron serves as Commander in the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 26 right here in New Jersey's 3rd Congressional District. Ron can also be found at many community events in Willingboro--providing those in need to a hot meal or connecting a fellow veteran to benefits they have earned.

August 7th is Purple Heart Day, and as we prepare to honor and remember the brave men and women who were wounded during their service or paid the ultimate sacrifice. Today, I want to say thank you to Ronald F. Dash for all that he has done to uphold the solemn commitment we have to veterans and their families. The Willingboro community, my district, and the State of New Jersey are all better off thanks to his tireless efforts.