[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 28 (Tuesday, March 2, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E283]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                   HONORING THE LIFE OF RONALD CRABB

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                           HON. JOE COURTNEY

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 2, 2010

  Mr. COURTNEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to mark 
the passing of my friend and constituent Ronald Crabb who died 
tragically while working on the site of the Kleen Energy Plant in 
Middletown on February 7, 2010. Ron was a devoted father, husband, and 
son, and his loss has been felt by countless individuals in his 
community and by those who called him a friend.
  He was a skilled tradesman who exemplified hard work and citizenship 
by constantly giving back to the people of Colchester. As a pipefitter 
for the Connecticut Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 777, he took on 
leadership roles to ensure the safety and improve the lives of his 
fellow union members. Ron was also an active member of his community. 
He served on Colchester's Democratic Town Committee and, until 
recently, was a member of the Board of Finance for several years.
  It was Ron's love for his wife, Jodi, and his two sons that made him 
so passionate and upbeat. Anyone fortunate enough to call him a friend 
would tell you that he kept their love with him no matter where he was 
or what he was doing. He loved spending time with them and spoke fondly 
of them in their absence.
  On the job and in life, Ron had a seemingly endless desire and 
ability to help. He did this by putting his good values into practice 
and his town, friends, and family are better for it. He left us too 
early and we will miss him dearly. I ask my colleagues to join me in 
mourning the loss of Ronald Crabb.

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