[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 128 (Wednesday, September 22, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1705]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     IN HONOR OF GERALD A. DePIERO

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 22, 2010

  Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor and remembrance of 
Gerald A. ``Jerry'' DePiero, beloved husband, father, grandfather, 
great-grandfather, friend, mentor, retired firefighter, business owner 
and active citizen.
  Mr. DePiero served the Parma community and our nation with honor and 
dedication. He served in the National Guard for 6 months and protected 
the people of Parma as a firefighter for 25 years. He combined his 
street smarts with business savvy and founded one of the largest real 
estate offices in Ohio; a branch of Century 21, DePiero and Associates, 
Inc.
  Mr. DePiero was known for his kind, giving and generous nature. For 
49 years, he was a devoted husband to Roberta. Together they raised 
four children: Lisa, Chris, Matt and Dean. His devotion to his wife, 
children, grandchildren and great-grandchild was unwavering. He was the 
treasured grandfather of Nick, Jenni, Cory, Jake, Luke, Melissa, the 
late Erin, the late Andrew, Sean and Blake. He was the beloved great-
grandfather of Isabela, and father-in-law of Laura, MJ and Kathleen. He 
was the beloved brother of Ray, brother-in-law of Dorothy, and caring 
uncle and cousin to many. Mr. DePiero was a devoted friend and mentor 
to many.
  Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor and remembrance 
of Gerald A. ``Jerry'' DePiero. I offer my condolences to his family, 
friends and to everyone who knew him well. Mr. DePiero lived his life 
with a generous heart and an unwavering love for family, friends and 
community. His service and generosity will never be forgotten.

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