[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 128 (Wednesday, July 30, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1612]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING THE SERVICE OF PASQUALE N. ``PAT'' SALVE

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                            HON. JIM GERLACH

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 30, 2008

  Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a dedicated public 
servant who is retiring after a 21-year career as a letter carrier with 
the Chester Springs Post Office in Chester County, Pennsylvania.
  Pasquale N. Salve was known to those on his daily route as ``Pat.'' 
Co-workers described Pat as a gregarious individual who would stop to 
chat with residents and check in on senior citizens while making his 
rounds.
  On Christmas Day, co-workers said Pat would stop by the Chester 
Springs Post Office to see if any last-minute packages needed to be 
delivered in time for holiday celebrations. In another example of his 
selfless dedication to the residents along his route, Pat would often 
volunteer to deliver parcels on his way home after his regular shift 
ended.
  It often has been said of letter carriers that neither rain, nor 
heat, nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion 
of their appointed rounds. Pat Salve exemplified this work ethic each 
day while serving the public with pride. Colleagues will acknowledge 
Pat's contributions to the community during a small celebration on July 
31, 2008 at the Chester Springs Post Office.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me today in praising the 
outstanding service of Pasquale N. ``Pat'' Salve and all public 
servants who go beyond what is expected to serve their communities.

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