[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 125 (Thursday, September 16, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1670]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING PHILLIP T. EASTMAN

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                         HON. MICHAEL A. ARCURI

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 16, 2010

  Mr. ARCURI. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor of Mr. Phillip T. 
Eastman, who passed away on July 29th of this year.
  Mr. Eastman was born on August 2, 1932 and worked on his family's 
dairy farm as a child. He earned his Bachelor of Science Degree from 
Cornell University and his Master's Degree from the State University of 
New York at Albany.
  Mr. Eastman honorably served in the United States Army during the 
Korean War, and upon his return, became a teacher and guidance 
counselor. He retired in 1989 from the New Hartford School District as 
the Director of Pupil Personnel Services.
  Mr. Eastman was a tremendous asset to his community, as he dedicated 
his time and effort to helping others. He served as President of the 
New Hartford School Board, and as a member of my Veterans Advisory 
Committee. Mr. Eastman volunteered countless hours in assisting my 
office in evaluating hundreds of applicants for military academy 
nominations.
  Mr. Eastman enjoyed playing golf and working in his wood shop, but he 
cherished nothing more than spending time with his family, especially 
at their camp in Cooperstown.
  Madam Speaker, I call on my colleagues to join me in recognizing the 
great life and contributions of Mr. Phillip T. Eastman. Our country and 
community is a better place because of Phil's character, kindness and 
commitment to helping others. He will truly be missed.

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