[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 148 (Wednesday, October 5, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1774]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              IN RECOGNITION OF PATROLMAN FRANK PAPAIANNI

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 5, 2011

  Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in commemoration of Patrolman 
Frank Papaianni of Edison, New Jersey. On September 16, 1971, Patrolman 
Papaianni and his partner responded to a silent holdup alarm at a bank 
located within the Menlo Park Mall in Edison, New Jersey. The gunfire 
exchanged fatally wounded Patrolman Papaianni and critically wounded 
his partner. Today, members of the Edison community gather to remember 
and honor the life of Patrolman Frank Papaianni.
  Patrolman Frank Papaianni was a noble officer who faithfully 
protected and served the local residents, businesses and visitors of 
Edison, New Jersey. Patrolman Papaianni served with the Edison Division 
of Police for three years and continued to personify his commitment and 
dedication to maintaining a safe and peaceful environment. He was 
survived by his wife Adeline and his three children, Maria, Joann and 
Frank. Lake Papaianni in Edison, New Jersey is named in honor of the 
late Patrolman.
  Mr. Speaker, once again, please join me in commemorating the life of 
Patrolman Frank Papaianni and remembering him for his dedication to 
serve and protect the Township of Edison.

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