Lieutenant Colonel Wendell Grant Husky was honored as "Veteran of the Week" during a recent session of the Oklahoma House of Representatives, recognizing his extensive military service and contributions to the state.

Husky's military journey began in January 1975 when he enlisted in the Oklahoma Army National Guard, completing basic training in military police school. He served in the 440th Military Police Company in McAlester before transitioning to the Air Force in 1980. Over the years, he held various significant roles, including serving as a Titan II missile launch officer at Little Rock Air Force Base and a logistics plans officer at multiple bases, including Beale Air Force Base in California and Hellenakan Air Base in Greece.

One of Husky's notable achievements was authoring the base closure plan for Hellenakan, which became a model for reducing U.S. military presence in Europe after the Soviet Union's collapse. His commitment to service continued as he played a pivotal role in establishing the Air Force ROTC program at OSU Tulsa while attending law school.

After retiring from active duty in 2009, Husky remained active in the community, participating in the American Legion in Coweta, Oklahoma. He and his wife, Lynette, have been married for 46 years and have a son who is also an Army officer with over 25 years of service.

The House of Representatives, led by Representative Mark Chapman, extended their best wishes to Husky, highlighting the state's pride in honoring its veterans. As part of the ceremony, Husky was invited to lead the Pledge of Allegiance, marking a moment of respect and recognition for his dedication to service.