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| https://riggleman.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-denver-riggleman-delivers-speech-memory-decorated-veteran-jay | Congressman Denver Riggleman Delivers Speech In Memory of Decorated Veteran Jay Kistler | 2019-11-14 | 2019 | 2019-11 | Republican | House | VA | Denver Riggleman | R000611 | riggleman.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. -Congressman Denver Riggleman delivered a speechon the floor of the House of Representatives today in memory of decorated veteran and hero, Jay Kistler. "Jay's forward-looking vision allowed him to project capabilities and actions decades into the future. He was respected by his peers, his subordinates and his superiors," said Congressman Riggleman. "He was our adversary's worst nightmare."Mr. Kistler was decorated Naval Officerwho served as the Department of Defense's Director of Electronic Warfare & Countermeasures. He leaves behind his wife and three adult children. You can watch Congressman Riggleman's speechhere, and a full transcript can be found below. Mr. Speaker: I rise today to honor the memory of a dear friend, Jay Kistler. Jay passed away on October 14 of this year after a life of heroism and bravery. He was 71 years old. He had been married to his wonderful wife, Sheila, for almost 50 years and was the father of Brooke, Kerri and Jay Kistler III. Jay retired as a Navy Captain and retired as the government lead for the Electronic Warfare and Countermeasures Office. Jay's forward-looking vision allowed him to project capabilities and actions decades into the future. He was respected by his peers, his subordinates and his superiors. He was our adversary's worst nightmare. I will miss him as a Naval Flight Officer, a commander, a decorated veteran, a family man and my mentor. You changed everyone's life for the better, Jay. Fair Winds and Following Seas, Captain | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z |