[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 39 (Thursday, March 2, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E493]
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                 IN RECOGNITION OF PAUL E. FITZPATRICK

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                            HON. JACK QUINN

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 2, 1995
  Mr. QUINN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Paul E. 
Fitzpatrick. Mr. Fitzpatrick is a constituent who represents the very 
best of community spirit and activism.
  Paul Fitzpatrick has been recently honored as the first ward Irishman 
of the Year. This award, with its admirable criteria and distinguished 
history, is a testament to Mr. Fitzpatrick's achievements.
  The Irishman of the Year award has been received by the likes of 
former mayor of Buffalo, James Griffin, and former Doorkeeper of the 
House of Representatives, James T. Molloy.
  Mr. Fitzpatrick is employed as a recreational therapist at the West 
Seneca Developmental Disabilities Service Office. in this position, Mr. 
Fitzpatrick provides recreational and leisure activities for the 
developmentally disabled both on the campus of the developmental center 
and in various community settings.
  In addition to helping disadvantaged youths, Mr. Fitzpatrick is the 
head coach of the Timon-St. Jude varsity football team. Mr. Fitzpatrick 
has won over 100 games and successfully led his teams to 11 division 
championships.
  On the football field and off, Mr. Fitzpatrick has proven himself to 
be a dedicated community activist always willing to help others. His 
countless successes and his years of service are evidence of his 
sincere devotion to bettering the community.


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