[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 172 (Wednesday, December 12, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2262]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   IN HONOR OF ERNEST A. SAMPSON III

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 11, 2001

  Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of Ernest A. Sampson, III, in 
recognition of his dedication to his community.
  Ernest A. Sampson, III, was born in New York City. He is the youngest 
of three children born to Fay and ``the late'' Ernest Sampson. He 
received his early education in the New York City Public School System. 
He graduated from Cardinal Hayes High School in the Bronx, and went on 
to receive his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Funeral Service 
Administration from St. John's University in 1986. During his junior 
year, he attended the American Academy McAllister Institute. During his 
senior year, he apprenticed at his grandfather's funeral home ``The 
James H. Willie Funeral Home, Inc.''
  Ernest is a Master Mason hailing from African Lodge 459#63 in 
Brooklyn, NY. He receives his religious instruction from the Lord Jesus 
Christ through Archbishop Roy E. Brown, Pastor of Pilgrim Assemblies 
International.
  Ernest with the support of his mentor, James H. Willies, established 
Sampson Funeral Service in March of 1993. Being committed to community 
service, he conducts numerous seminars, educating people on city burial 
programs and what do when the Lord calls someone home, Ernest has also 
spoken at several public schools to young children on their career day. 
In early 2001, Ernest cited by the Mayor and Councilwoman Annette 
Robinson as a ``Man Of Courage.'' Ernest is the proud husband of Debbie 
Sampson and the proud father of Ernest IV, Sheniqua, Alyssia, Tiara and 
his spiritual daughter, Alexis.
  Mr. Speaker, Ernest A. Sampson, III is a hard working man of God, 
dedicated to his family and his community. As such he is more than 
worthy of receiving our recognition today. I urge my colleagues to join 
me in honoring this truly remarkable man.

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