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CONGRATULATING TRACEY ANN TIPPETT FOR BEING NAMED 2022 UPPER PENINSULA
VETERAN OF THE YEAR
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HON. JACK BERGMAN
of michigan
in the house of representatives
Friday, August 19, 2022
Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, it's my honor to recognize Tracey Ann Tippett for being named the 2022 Upper Peninsula Veteran of the Year. Through her dedicated service, exceptional leadership, and steadfast devotion to her community, Tracey has become an indispensable part of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
The U.P. Veteran of the Year is chosen annually by a selection committee consisting of past commanders of various service organizations throughout the peninsula. It is given to recognize Yooper Veterans who go above and beyond in their service to their local communities and fellow Veterans. None are more deserving of this honor than Tracey. During her military career, Tracey served as a Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps, where she was decorated with the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Rifle Marksmanship Badge, Letter of Appreciation, and Certificate of Appreciation. Her devotion to the people of her country and community has not wavered since she returned from military service.
It is impossible to fully list all the ways in which Tracey works to better the lives of U.P. Veterans. She is an active member and has served in a variety of leadership positions in the Marine Corps League and Military Order of the Devil Dogs, and she is currently the U.P. Zone Vice Commandant and Department Adjutant and Webmaster for the State of Michigan. At her own expense, she makes copies of the Michigan Marine News and the Woof-O-Gram and mails them to members who do not have access to the Internet. Tracey serves on the Board of Trustees for the Marquette County Veteran's Alliance Committee and as the Secretary of the Marquette County Veteran's Board. She regularly volunteers at the DJ Jacobetti Home for Veterans, and is a member of American Legion Post 44, MODD Northern Wolves Pound 174, and Lake Superior Detachment 764. Within the Detachment, she is a member of the Color Guard, and she volunteers at Memorial Day services, Flag Day celebrations, 4th of July services and parades, Veteran's Day services, and Marine Corps Birthday celebrations. Tracey is dedicated to her fellow Marines and other Veterans, and she graciously does whatever is asked of her to ensure the Detachment's success. She has devoted decades to the people of Michigan, and her tireless efforts have directly improved the lives of thousands of U.P. Veterans.
Outside of her work for Veterans, Tracy is an active volunteer for Toys for Tots, the Marquette and Ishpeming Christmas parades, Negaunee Pioneer Days, and Trinity Lutheran Church. Her contributions to her community were also previously recognized when she was named the 2021 Marquette County Veteran of the Year, the 2021 State of Michigan Veteran of the Year, and the 2022 Marine Corps League Central Division Marine of the Year. Additionally, she is the recipient of the 2022 U.P. Michigan Credit Union League Distinguished Service Award thanks to the 28 years of service she has given to the TruNorth Federal Credit Union. As a servicemember, a Veteran, a volunteer, and a Yooper, Tracey consistently puts the needs of others before her own.
Madam Speaker, it's my honor to congratulate Tracey Ann Tippett for her decades of service to fellow Michigan Veterans, and for being named the 2022 Upper Peninsula Veteran of the Year. Michiganders can take great pride in knowing the First District is home to such a selfless and devoted individual. On behalf of my constituents, I wish Tracey all the best in her future endeavors.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 137(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 137(2)
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