[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 62 (Monday, May 6, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E594]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    HONORING JOSEPH W. MAHONEY, JR.

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                          HON. ROBERT A. BRADY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 6, 2013

  Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor a great 
Philadelphian whom we mourn today. Joe Mahoney, Jr. was a man that 
everyone called a friend. As Executive Vice President of the Greater 
Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, Joe was the face of Philadelphia 
business. He was an eloquent and passionate advocate for the entire 
business community. But small business was his special love. He and his 
best friend, his bride Pat, owned a small business themselves. He 
personally understood the joys and challenges of building and 
maintaining an enterprise.
  There are many adjectives you can use when you talk about Joe. Smart, 
dedicated, energetic, diplomatic, charming, and knowledgeable are just 
a few. But the fact that he and Pat were true partners in every sense 
tells you all that you really need to know. They worked together in 
support of our region, their alma mater, St. Joseph's University, and 
in support of local charity. That's the kind of guy Joe was.
  Joe was especially gifted in the field of government relations. He 
worked equally well with Democrats, Republicans, and Independents. He 
was at home in the Halls of Congress, the State Legislature, and City 
Hall. He understood and respected both the executive and legislative 
branches, as well as business, labor, and the non-profit centers. He 
worked as well in New Jersey and Delaware as he did in Pennsylvania. He 
was liked and respected in all of the region's counties. Joe understood 
how all the pieces fit together to form the complex mosaic that is the 
Delaware Valley. His life made that mosaic more beautiful. His loss 
leaves it less so.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to say that I knew Joe. I'm even more 
honored to say that Joe knew me. He was a friend to all. We all grieve 
his passing, even as we celebrate his life. I am sure that all of my 
colleagues join me in expressing our condolences to his family.

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