[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 71 (Thursday, June 4, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1022]
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                  IN HONOR OF FATHER ANTHONY C. CASEY

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                        HON. CHARLES E. SCHUMER

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 4, 1998

  Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take a couple of minutes 
today to recognize the contributions of Father Anthony C. Casey on the 
40th anniversary of his ordination.
  Father Casey was ordained as a priest on June 15, 1958 in his native 
Ireland. He came to the United States soon thereafter, and immediately 
devoted himself to our communities. He has faithfully served on 
dioceses in Brooklyn and Queens, including St. Mel's in Flushing, Holy 
Innocents in Flatbush, Saint Joan of Arc in Jackson Heights, and Holy 
Family in Flushing.
  Father Casey joined the Saint Columba family in 1979, bringing with 
him a strong sense of spirituality and a deep desire to help others. 
All who have met him have been touched by his sincerity, devotion, 
charm, and tireless commitment to those in need. The Brooklyn community 
benefits from the hard work of this truly special man.
  Father Casey has also distinguished himself outside the church. While 
serving our community, Father Casey also devoted considerable energy to 
his own education. He earned a Master of Science from Iona College and 
a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from St. John's University. A diligent 
scholar, he has brought the same dedication to his work as an author, 
linguist, and artist. A leader by example, Father Casey recently lent 
considerable time and effort towards the push for peace in Ireland.
  On this special day, we take time to recognize the contributions of 
our leader and dear friend. We extend our sincerest thanks to Father 
Casey, and hope that the Brooklyn community can enjoy the fruits of his 
labor for years to come.

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