[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 44 (Friday, April 7, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E566]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING JERRY DEFEO

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                          HON. JEB HENSARLING

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 6, 2006

  Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, today I would like to honor Mr. Jerry 
DeFeo and his work with the National Exchange Club. Mr. DeFeo joined 
the Noon Exchange Club of Garland, Texas as a charter member in 1982 
and went on to serve in numerous offices at the club, district and 
national levels, culminating with his term as President of the National 
Exchange Club this past year.
  Jerry DeFeo has devoted his time, talent and energy promoting the 
Exchange Club and it's mission: to make our communities better places 
to live through programs of service in Americanism, community service, 
youth activities, and its national project, the prevention of child 
abuse.
  Mr. DeFeo is an accomplished member of the Garland Noon Exchange Club 
and has served the National Exchange Club Foundation board of trustees 
from 1987-88 and is a volunteer field representative (VFR). He has 
received multiple recognitions throughout his involvement, including 
the first ever VFR of the Year Award in 1997. He was also awarded the 
National Master Recruiter Award and he has recruited more than 350 
members and built 15 Exchange Clubs.
  Mr. DeFeo received a bachelor's degree in engineering management from 
the University of Texas at Arlington, and is the founder and president 
of DeFeo & Co. Enterprises, which specializes in a variety of 
architecture and construction. Jerry and his wife Mary Defeo reside in 
Garland and have four grown children and five grandchildren.
  Still active in his community, DeFeo is serving his 12th year on 
Garland's Board of Adjustments, a zoning appeals board. He has also 
been involved with the Stars for Children Child Abuse Prevention 
Center, the Garland Chamber of Commerce, YMCA Indian Guides, and 
Crimestoppers and Scouting.
  Over the course of his career, Jerry DeFeo has demonstrated a unique 
commitment to the Exchange Club and his community. Today I would like 
to recognize his outstanding service to his dedication to the people of 
Texas and the mission of the Exchange Club.

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