HR29 Summary

• Records the death of Mr. Walter Gingrich, Jr. with deep sadness and offers condolences to his family and community.

• Honors Mr. Gingrich's 20-year military service as a Combat Marine, including deployments to Korea and Vietnam twice, and his direction of multiple platoons at Parris Island.

• Recognizes Mr. Gingrich's Purple Heart award received after being wounded by artillery fire in Vietnam and his heroism in service to his country.

• Acknowledges his 42-year marriage to Betty Sapp, subsequent marriage to Daphne, and his dedication to his family of over 20 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

• Celebrates his personal interests including baseball coaching, fishing at Smith Lake, and church attendance, noting his positive influence on those who knew him.