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CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF SERGEANT TOMMY W. CUDD
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HON. RALPH NORMAN
of south carolina
in the house of representatives
Thursday, February 25, 2021
Mr. NORMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of Sergeant Tommy W. Cudd, a faithful American hero from Union County who passed away on January 28, 2021.
Born on March 10, 1960, Tommy was raised by two lovely parents, the late H.C. and Myrtle Smith Cudd. As a child, he assisted his family on their cattle farm where he learned to work with animals and bail hay. Tommy's natural comfort outdoors gave rise to his love for hunting, fishing, camping, and riding tractors. He graduated as a charter student from Union Academy--the very school in which he built alongside his father and lifelong friend, Robert Brown.
Tommy spent 37 honorable years in law enforcement. He served as a Reserve Officer, Fireman, and Public Safety Officer with the City of Union before joining the Union County Sheriff's Office. Despite his lengthy and challenging battle with leukemia, Tommy persevered through all facets of his job and was awarded ``Officer of the Year'' on three separate occasions. A true veteran of his field, former colleagues assert that his enduring work ethic was rare to come by and will certainly be missed.
Gary was happily married to Beth Cudd and had two sons, Caleb and Tommy. His two beautiful granddaughters, Ella and Abby, were his utmost pride and joy. He wanted nothing more than to make them proud. In the words of Sheriff Jeff Bailey, ``Tommy was a person who always put everyone first.'' He was a remarkable husband, father, and friend who chose to dedicate his life to serving a special community. There is no doubt in my mind that he has left an everlasting mark on Union County.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 36
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