[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 135 (Friday, September 19, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1473]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                     HONORING THE LIFE OF JACK HALL

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                             HON. JIM COSTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 18, 2014

  Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Jack Hall, 
who passed away on August 20, 2014 at the age of 57 after a short 
battle with cancer. Jack made a positive difference in the lives of 
countless individuals, and he will undoubtedly be missed by many.
  In 1957, Jack was born to Bill and Maureen in Cork, Ireland. When 
Jack was a year old, his family immigrated to the United States. After 
living in Los Angeles and Firebaugh, Jack's family settled in Fresno, 
California where he graduated from Bullard High School in 1975.
  After graduating from high school, Jack worked with his father for a 
farming operation in Firebaugh. He then worked at an accountancy firm 
before serving as a fiscal analyst for the State Center Community 
College District. In 1999, Jack received his Bachelor's Degree in 
Business Administration from California State University, Fresno.
  Jack's career in politics began in 2000 when he was hired to serve as 
the Director of the Central Valley and Agricultural Liaison for 
Governor Gray Davis. During his tenure with the Governor's office, Jack 
helped to create the ``Buy California'' marketing program which later 
became known as the ``Californian Grown'' initiative.
  When Governor Davis left office, Jack served as my first District 
Director. During his time, he was instrumental in establishing the 
offices in California's 20th Congressional District. He was an 
exemplary employee who truly cared about the San Joaquin Valley and our 
entire nation.
  Upon his departure from my office, Jack served as the Southern 
California Regional Coordinator for the Alliance for a Better 
California. In addition, he served as the Statewide Political Director 
for the California Faculty Association. Jack also served on the Big 
Fresno Fair board, and he created his own firm, Central Valley 
Strategies.
  In January 2010, Jack began working as a regional Director of 
Governmental Affairs for Comcast Cable. He served as Chairman of the 
Fresno Chamber of Commerce. Jack was well respected by community 
leaders, his colleagues, and many friends.
  More important than his career in politics, Jack's family meant 
everything to him. He was a devoted husband to his wife, Christina, 
with whom he had two children: Liam and Rachel. He was a dedicated 
father who always took the time to attend his children's athletic 
events from their days in youth leagues through their collegiate 
careers. He is survived by his wife and children, as well as his 
mother, Maureen, his siblings: Patricia, Anne, Kevin, Tom, Bill, and 
Vince, and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws.
  Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect that I ask my colleagues in the 
U.S. House Representatives to pay tribute to the life of Jack Hall. His 
service to our community and fun-loving spirit will always be 
remembered.

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