[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 39 (Wednesday, March 17, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E395]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN HONOR OF CHIEF JAMES S. DRISCOLL OF DEDHAM, MASSACHUSETTS FOR HIS 
  DEDICATION AND COMMITMENT TO THE TOWN OF DEDHAM AND THE DEDHAM FIRE 
                               DEPARTMENT

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                         HON. STEPHEN F. LYNCH

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 17, 2010

  Mr. LYNCH. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor of Chief James S. 
Driscoll for his outstanding dedication to the town of Dedham, 
Massachusetts, and to recognize his achievements during his 37 years 
with the Dedham Fire Department.
  James Driscoll is a lifelong resident of Dedham, Massachusetts. He 
graduated from Dedham High School in 1965 and then attended Boston 
College where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Secondary 
Education in 1969. After graduating, he taught seventh and ninth grade 
math at Norwood Junior High School North briefly, before following his 
childhood dream of becoming a firefighter.
  On June 28, 1972, he became a member of the Dedham Fire Department. 
After 6 years he was promoted to fire lieutenant and held this position 
until he was again promoted to Deputy Fire Chief, a position he held 
until November 2001. At that time, he was named Acting Fire Chief and 
served in this capacity until he became the permanent Fire Chief of the 
Dedham Fire Department in August 2004.
  During his tenure with the Dedham Fire Department, Chief Driscoll 
continued his education, receiving a bachelor of science degree in fire 
science from Boston State College and a master's degree in public 
affairs from the University of Massachusetts--Boston in 1985, writing 
his thesis on fire apparatus purchasing options.
  Chief Driscoll and his wife of 35 years, Carol, continue to live in 
Dedham, where they raised three sons, Michael G., Thomas W., and 
Stephen J.; all graduates of Dedham High School.
  In his retirement, Chief Driscoll enjoys running and reading, 
although you will most likely find him by the pool or pushing his young 
grandson, Ryan, in the stroller.
  Madam Speaker, I am proud to recognize Chief James. S. Driscoll for 
his 37 years of service and dedication to the people of Dedham and the 
Dedham Fire Department. I applaud his commitment to his community and 
to his family. I wish him my best in all of his future endeavors.

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