[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 57 (Tuesday, May 1, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E670]
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                        HONORING JACOB J. MARKS

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                           HON. PETER DEUTSCH

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 1, 2001

  Mr. DEUTSCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Jacob J. Marks, a 
distinguished citizen of Pembroke Pines, FL who proudly served his 
nation and his community. Mr. Marks, who unfortunately passed away on 
April 21, 2001, was an inspiring leader who left a legacy of diligence 
and devotion for his entire community.
  Born in 1921 in Philadelphia, PA, Mr. Marks was raised and educated 
in Pittsburgh. He attended the University of Pittsburgh where he met 
his wife, Harriet. In 1941, Mr. Marks joined the U.S. Marines and 
courageously served his country until the end of World War II. He 
fought in the Battle of Iwo Jima and was there when the United States 
flag was raised on Mount Suribachi. He was always proud to say that the 
official flag was raised only ten feet from his foxhole. Following his 
military service, Mr. Marks worked as a draftsman at Blaw Knox, a 
Pittsburgh engineering company where he remained until he moved to 
Pembroke Pines, Fl in 1984.
  After moving to Florida, Mr. Marks became involved in numerous civic 
and community organizations. Residents immediately recognized the value 
of his enthusiasm for and commitment to his community; characteristics 
which made him a natural leader. Loyal and responsive to the needs of 
his fellow veterans, Mr. Marks served as the Commander of the Jewish 
War Veterans, Post 177. As treasurer of Pembroke Pines Concerned 
Citizens, Mr. Marks worked diligently on numerous issues affecting the 
well being of his community. In his position as Director Emeritus of 
the Pembroke Pines Democratic Club, he was active in voter registration 
and community organizing. In addition, he was recently elected as the 
vice chairman emeritus of the Century Pines Jewish Center Board of 
Trustees. Always combining his energy with his compassion, he 
participated in annual charity events such as walkathons to raise money 
for medical research and disease awareness.
  In sum, Mr. Speaker, Mr. Marks was a wonderfully caring man whose 
energetic devotion to Pembroke Pines made him a true community leader. 
While we mourn his passing, Mr. Marks' legacy of community enrichment 
will be treasured by current and future generations of Pembroke Pines.

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