[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 80 (Thursday, May 31, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E913]
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                       HONORING ROBERT A. BARTRON

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                            HON. TOM MARINO

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 31, 2012

  Mr. MARINO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of my constituent, 
Robert Bartron, for his recognition as the Montrose Area Chamber of 
Commerce's Citizen of the Year.
  Robert, a current resident of Montrose, Pennsylvania, has been an 
active community advocate and business leader for many years. Since 
1968, he has provided comfort and assurance to families throughout the 
area, as well as providing part-time employment to numerous residents, 
in his role as owner and director of the Bartron Funeral Home.
  Additionally, Robert has served his community through his membership 
in numerous civic organizations including, former president of the 
Montrose Chamber of Commerce, former president of the Tri-County 
Funeral Directors Association, and retired Susquehanna County Coroner.
  Currently, Robert is serving his 33rd year on the Board of Directors 
of the Susquehanna County Housing and Redevelopment Authority. He is 
also a Paul Harris fellow with the Montrose Rotary Club, where he has 
previously held titles of secretary, treasurer, director, and sergeant 
at arms.
  Robert and his wife Marie are the proud parents of three children, 
and have dedicated significant involvement to area-youth through their 
support of local club and high school sports. Robert was instrumental 
in establishing the Montrose High School Cross Country team, as well as 
encouraging the continuance of the high school ski and tennis clubs. 
Robert and his wife are both long-time members of the Montrose 
Presbyterian Church.
  Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my constituent, Robert Bartron, 
and ask my colleagues to join in praising his commitment to country, 
community, and family.

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