[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 108 (Wednesday, July 21, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1390-E1391]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING THE LIFE OF JOHN ANTHONY BRUZZONE

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                            HON. ZOE LOFGREN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 21, 2010

  Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today in memory 
of John Anthony Bruzzone, a devoted family man, member of the United 
States Army, successful Santa Clara County entrepreneur and a valued 
leader in our community. Sadly John passed away on June 30, 2010.
  John, was a skilled businessman and entrepreneur, starting in 1947 
with The Pied Piper Exterminators, Western Roofing Supply, and most 
recently Hollister Motor Sports. In 1974,

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he purchased the Roberto-Sunol Adobe in San Jose, which he extensively 
and carefully restored. The Adobe became California State Historical 
Landmark No. 898 on March 18, 1977.
  Always a business visionary and concerned with California's 
environment, John was one of the first recyclers in Santa Clara County 
where he operated San Jose Recycling and Diversified Recycling 
Services. He also operated the Italian Gardens in San Jose. He was 
always generous in donating his resources and time to our community.
  Prior to his successful endeavors in business John was a dedicated 
member of our armed services serving in the Army during World War II. 
He fought in the Battle of Okinawa and was awarded the Purple Heart for 
wounds received during that historic battle. He helped save our 
country.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in sending our 
condolences to John Anthony Bruzzone's family and in remembering a 
special man who devoted his life to his family and our country.

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