[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 130 (Friday, August 1, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1651-E1652]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               A TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF ABRAHAM SHEINGOLD

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                             HON. JIM COSTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 31, 2008

  Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the life of 
a special man, Abraham Sheingold of Monterey, California. Abraham 
recently passed away at the age of 91 years old. He leaves behind his 
loving wife of 66 years, Sylvia, his son Larry and his daughter Janet.
  Mr. Sheingold was born on February 17, 1917 in New York City. He 
earned his bachelor of arts and masters degree from the City College of 
New York. Abe joined the faculty of the Naval Postgraduate School in 
1946, migrating with the school to Monterey when it was moved there 
from Annapolis in 1951. He was a professor of electronics, department 
chair and dean of academic admissions until his retirement in 1986.
  Abe was a gifted teacher. His command of the English language coupled 
with his gentle manner and sense of humor made him a favorite with 
students and prompted frequent invitations to speak at Navy School 
functions, both during his tenure at the school and after his 
retirement. His knowledge of subject matter was evident in the textbook 
he wrote. These accomplishments contributed to his receiving the honor 
of Distinguished Professor.
  Abe continued his involvement in the Naval Postgraduate School after 
his retirement through his service on the board of the Naval School 
Foundation, where he set up scholarship funds and honoria for faculty 
members. In

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addition, he helped establish Congregation Beth Israel on the Monterey 
Peninsula during the early fifties. He was an active member of the 
congregation, serving several terms as its president.
  Abe loved to travel. He and his wife, Sylvia, took trips throughout 
the United States and traveled to Europe, Asia, Israel, Australia, New 
Zealand, Mexico and Canada. The couple moved to Sacramento 2 years ago 
to be near their children. He is remembered by his family and friends 
from around the country and the residents and caregivers at Sunrise 
Assisted Living in Sacramento.
  It goes without saying that Mr. Abraham Sheingold was an honorable 
man with a commitment to his family, friends and community that will 
forever live in the lives of the people he so graciously touched. My 
heart goes out Abraham's wife and children. I am honored and humbled to 
join his family in celebrating the life of this amazing man who will 
never be forgotten.

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