[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 175 (Wednesday, November 16, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2062]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    A TRIBUTE TO JIM AND MEGAN WHITE

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                      HON. MICHAEL G. FITZPATRICK

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 16, 2011

  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize two 
outstanding Pennsylvanians, Jim and Megan White, who are being 
presented the Barry Award by the American Catholic Historical Society. 
The Barry Award is named after Commodore John Barry, the ``Father of 
the American Navy.'' John Barry was a Philadelphia Irish mariner who 
served as a Captain in the Navy during the Revolutionary War and 
subsequently received `Commission Number One' in the Navy from 
President George Washington on June 4th, 1794. His military service to 
a young nation was instrumental in establishing the legacy of a strong 
Navy that we still enjoy today. The Barry Award is awarded to an 
American who, by their character and their contributions to church, 
community and professional accomplishments, has distinguished 
themselves. By all accounts, Jim and Megan White have exceeded these 
expectations, serving church and community with distinction. As a 
Member of Congress representing Pennsylvania, I am proud to join you in 
honoring them.
  Jim and Megan White are an example of servant leaders who are 
committed to serving their local community. A devoted couple, they are 
loving parents to five children; whom they have taught to never back 
down in the face of popular opinion; and to always do what their heart 
and soul directs them. Megan has devoted countless hours at parish food 
and clothing drives and is also a member of the Woman's Auxiliary of 
St. Edmond's Home for Children. She provides constant support for her 
children and husband in all their endeavors.
  Jim is a member of Legatus, the Knights of the Holy Sepulchre, 
Knights of Malta, Pennsylvanians for Human Life, and the Catholic 
Philopatrian Literary Institute. He is the President of J. J. White 
Inc., a family business founded by his great-grandfather in 1920. His 
business is the largest contracting employer in the Mid-Atlantic 
Region.
  I am privileged to recognize Jim and Megan's commitment and selfless 
dedication to others. The White's exemplify the values that make 
Pennsylvania a great place to live and raise a family. I congratulate 
them on this honor and commend the American Catholic Historical Society 
for selecting Jim and Megan White for the Barry Award.

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