[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 115 (Tuesday, July 28, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2047]
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 HONORING JOHN JOHNSON OF JOHN'S FRIENDLY MARKET, AN HONORABLE MAN AND 
                     AN ADMIRED NEW JERSEY CITIZEN

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                         HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 28, 2009

  Mr. ANDREWS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize John Johnson of 
John's Friendly Market. John has served the local residents of Haddon 
Heights, New Jersey for over 50 years. He has continuously provided 
customers with fresh food and convenience store items. Recently, John 
celebrated his 90th birthday and this milestone deserves 
acknowledgment.
  When customers of John's Friendly Market walk in the front door, they 
know two things for sure: that their hunger will be satisfied by the 
delicious food that the market provides and that they will see a 
friendly man sitting behind the counter waiting to take their order. 
Customers not only love the food at John's, but they love knowing John 
will brighten their day.
  The residents of Haddon Heights, New Jersey consider John a 
celebrity. His kindness is legendary. For instance, John opened up his 
store for a family after he had closed, simply because their dog was 
sick and the vet recommended a meat only diet. People gather at John's 
to shop for groceries, to fill their stomachs, and to take a break from 
their fast paced lives. John's Friendly Market is an integral part of 
the Haddon Heights community.
  Madam Speaker, John Johnson's service to New Jersey's First 
Congressional District should not go unrecognized. I want to personally 
thank John Johnson for the food he provides, the service he performs, 
and the lives he has touched.

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