By Daniel Stefanski |
Past and present Arizona public officials paid their respects to the passing of an American hero.
Earlier this week, the final living survivor of the USS Arizona, Lou Conter, passed away. The Navy Lieutenant Commander was 102 years old.
After news broke about Lieutenant Conter’s death, the Arizona State Senate held a moment of silence in his memory.
Former Arizona Governor Jan Brewer marked the death with a post on her “X” account, writing, “Today, Lou Conter, the last survivor from the USS Arizona, passed away at the age of 102. Join me in offering a prayer for Lou, his loved ones, and for all the men and women who have risked and given their lives to preserve freedom.”
Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell added, “So grateful for his service – and the service and sacrifice of so many others.”
Former Arizona legislator Kate Brophy McGee stated, “A humble man who spoke always of his fellow service men who did not make it that day. Rest in peace.”
State Representative Travis Grantham said, “Rest In Peace sir.”
State Senator Janae Shamp posted, “Thank you for your service to this great Nation, sir. Set sail home to Him.”
Representative Quang Nguyen wrote, “Fair winds and following seas to the last survivor of the USS Arizona.”
Daniel Stefanski is a reporter for AZ Free News. You can send him news tips using this link.
