[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 19 (Wednesday, February 6, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E123]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF CARL A. DiPIETRO

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 6, 2008

  Mr. HIGGINS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and work 
of an outstanding Western New Yorker. On November 19, 2007 a beloved 
husband and loving father entered into rest. Carl DiPietro lived a very 
full life filled with love of family and friends. Carl leaves behind a 
long lasting legacy that stretches from his days in the Navy to the 
dedication and loyalty he demonstrated each and everyday with his 
family, at his business or throughout the community.
  Mr. DiPietro was a proud business owner of Sparkle Cleaners, a dry 
cleaning business located in Amherst, NY. It was said that Mr. DiPietro 
treated patrons and employees alike as family. A hardworking man, Carl 
was skilled in his craft and was characterized by his children as an 
``All American Dad'' whose love knew no end. A man who cultivated his 
many interests, Carl loved music and enjoyed playing the guitar; he was 
an avid photographer and restored antiques. Amidst his varied interests 
and passion to explore them, his family remained the most important 
part of his life.
  Carl DiPietro was a good and decent man and will always be remembered 
for his friendly demeanor, his terrific sense of humor and his care 
free spirit. His strength, courage, strong religious faith accompanied 
by a will to survive kept him going through the difficult times. When 
someone you love passes on, pain remains for those left behind. May 
Carl's wife Elaine, his daughters Linda, Judy, and Donna, his sons Carl 
and David, grandchildren, extended family and friends continue to live 
out Carl's memory with love, purpose and fulfillment in their own 
lives.
  Madam Speaker, I am thankful that you have allowed me the opportunity 
to honor the life of Carl DiPietro and remember the many contributions 
he made throughout the Western New York community. I ask my colleagues 
to join me in honoring the life and memory of Carl DiPietro here today.

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