[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 47 (Wednesday, April 26, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E603]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO JOHN J. SANVIDGE

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                          HON. JOHN E. SWEENEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 26, 2006

  Mr. SWEENEY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
honor and pay tribute to the late John J. Sanvidge, a dedicated and 
loyal public servant, and one of my outstanding constituents from the 
20th District of New York. His professional and personal achievements 
are numerous and varied, and have positively shaped the lives of many 
in my District.
  Throughout his life John worked to protect the people of his 
community and nation. He courageously defended our country in the 
European Theatre of WorId War II, while serving in the U.S. Navy. 
Locally, he was an advocate for the citizens of the 20th District 
through his service as Commissioner of Public Safety for the city of 
Troy, and while serving as Director of Civil Defense for Rensselaer 
County. John also worked to help those less fortunate. For over 50 
years, the John J. Sanvidge Funeral Home, Inc., founded by John, has 
helped countless citizens of Renssealear, Albany, and Saratoga counties 
cope with some of the most difficult times in their life. He served as 
chairman of the Rensselaer County Muscular Dystrophy Association Drive 
and was influential in the first Jerry Lewis Telethon in New York City. 
John was an active member of his community as a member of the CSEA, 
Veteran of Foreign Affairs Post 8764, the Tibbits Cadets of Troy and 
the American Legion.
  It is my privilege to honor such a dedicated member of my district. 
The selfless work of individuals like John Sanvidge constitutes the 
foundation of good citizenship and embodies true American values. The 
residents of my district have benefited from the efforts and 
achievements of John J. Sanvidge. I thank him for his contribution to 
our community and our Nation.

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