[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 44 (Wednesday, March 19, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E515]
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                         HONORING PHILLIP HALLE

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                           HON. PETER DEUTSCH

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 19, 2003

  Mr. DEUTSCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Mr. 
Phillip Halle, a community leader, political activist, loving family 
man, and a great Floridian. Born originally in New York, Mr. Halle 
moved to Florida after practicing law in New York City for many years.
  Mr. Halle will be long remembered by residents of Plantation for his 
staunch commitment to civic affairs in the town and in the greater 
region of South Florida. Over the years, Halle fulfilled numerous civic 
posts. As a prominent member of the Lauderdale West community in 
Plantation, Halle served as their representative to the city and to the 
Broward County Commission.
  In addition to representing his local community, Phillip Halle was 
once named chairman of the Broward County Consumer Protection Board and 
the Sanitary and Health Control Board. Clearly, Halle felt passionate 
about serving his community and helping his neighbors.
  Halle volunteered his time and resources to various causes, including 
acting as president emeritus of the Broward Coalition of Condominiums, 
a group representing 67 condominium groups, and being director of the 
Jewish National Fund, B'nai B'rith, and Temple Beth Israel.
  Mr. Speaker, it is truly a special occasion for me to honor Mr. 
Halle. His earnest efforts to assist his neighbors and be active in the 
community serves as an example to us all. His enthusiasm and dedication 
to many causes will be a legacy that stands to last forever.
  Mr. Halle is survived by his wife of 71 years, Kate Halle, along with 
son Michael Halle and daughter Gilda Siegel, in addition to seven 
grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

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