[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 34 (Tuesday, March 24, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E447]
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                 TRIBUTE TO VERONICA ``RONNIE'' SOMMER

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                        HON. BILL PASCRELL, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 24, 1998

  Mr. PASCRELL. Mr. Speaker, I would like to call to your attention Ms. 
Veronica ``Ronnie'' Sommer who is being honored this evening at the 
55th Annual Dinner Dance of the Friends of Brian Boru.
  Ronnie is being honored this evening with the organization's 
``Irishwoman of the Year Award.'' This prestigious award is given in 
recognition of her selfless and dedicated efforts, and contributions 
that have served to improve the quality of life for the residents of 
Essex County and the surrounding community.
  Ronnie's remarkable record of leadership includes 20 distinguished 
years of service on the Saint Patrick's Day Parade Committee, of which 
in 1996 she served as the Parade's Deputy Grand Marshall.
  Additionally, Ronnie has served her fellow citizens as an active 
member of the ``Women of Irish Heritage,'' where she has served as 
President from 1987 through 1989, and is currently the President for a 
second term; the New Jersey Irish Festival for 16 years; Independent 
Irish for 12 years; and many other numerous Irish organizations.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join me, our colleagues and, Ronnie's 
family and friends in recognition of Veronica ``Ronnie'' Sommer's many 
outstanding and invaluable contributions to the community.

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