[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 150 (Wednesday, November 17, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1937]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNITION OF SHIRLEY H. KEENAN DILL

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 17, 2010

  Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the life of 
Mrs. Shirley Keenan Dill. Mrs. Dill, an active member of her community, 
passed away on January 16, 2010 at the age of 81. She was a model 
citizen and adored by her colleagues. Her faithful dedication and 
commitment toward others is unquestionably worthy of this body's 
recognition.
  Mrs. Dill was a lifelong resident of the Parlin section of 
Sayreville, New Jersey. She was predeceased by her three sisters, 
Claire Glinsky, Evelyn Szarvas and Joan Dooling and by two brothers, 
George and William Keenan. Surviving are her husband Homer Dill and 
daughter and son-in-law Sandi and Wayne Krainski. She also had three 
grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Mrs. Dill attended Our 
Lady of Victories School and is an alumna of Sayreville War Memorial 
High School. Proud to represent her Irish heritage, Mrs. Dill was 
recognized for her role as the Welcome Home Queen in 1946 following 
World War II.
  Mrs. Shirley Kennan Dill has an exceptional record of community 
service. Mrs. Dill served as President of the Sayreville Lady Dems for 
eighteen years. Throughout her life, she also worked on numerous 
political campaigns, most notably that of former Governor Jim 
McGreevey. She was best known for making the campaigning process fun 
and organized unique events such as pep rallies and parades. Similarly, 
she also led the Democrats to organize multiple volunteer efforts, many 
of which benefited terminally ill children. Mrs. Dill was also involved 
with the Sayreville Historical Society, Sayreville Senior Citizens 
Thursday Club, Middlesex County Federation of Democratic Women and the 
New Jersey State Federation of Democratic Women. Mrs. Dill was best 
known for her wit and standing up for what she believed in. She is 
remembered as an individual who poured her heart and soul into the 
community and was best known for advocating on behalf of the people of 
Sayreville. Her persistence served as motivation to other women 
interested in pursuing political opportunities. Mrs. Dill's hard work 
has undoubtedly touched many lives and has helped countless people 
throughout central New Jersey.
  As a result of her exceptional work, Mrs. Dill was the recipient of 
the Peg Roberts Award from the New Jersey Federation of Democratic 
Women. This award is presented to an individual who promotes the 
Democratic Party and is involved with government and volunteering. Mrs. 
Dill was the first woman from Middlesex County to be bestowed with this 
honor.
  Madam Speaker, Shirley Keenan Dill dedicated her life to community 
activism and her actions have touched the hearts and minds of countless 
men, women and children. Her legacy has served as an inspiration to us 
all and she will be truly missed.

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