WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today spoke on the Senate Floor honoring and remembering the life of World War II veteran Olen Mitchell. Olen, 103, died peacefully on December 24, 2024, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson.

“While Olen was born in Oklahoma, Kansas is the place he called home, and we are honored to call him our own,” said Sen. Moran. “Growing up in western Kansas teaches you a lot about discipline, service and hard work, and I know that Olen's time in Elkhart and Hutchinson, Kansas, taught him valuable lessons.”

“Olen was a hero to his country, his family, his loved ones and his community,” concluded Sen. Moran. “His story will not—and should not—be forgotten. The state of Kansas, our country and the world are forever grateful for his life of service and dedication.”

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