[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 73 (Wednesday, May 13, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E688]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF MR. JAMES ECONOMOS

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                             HON. TIM RYAN

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 13, 2015

  Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of my 
dear friend and lifetime Warren, Ohio resident Mr. James Economos. Mr. 
Economos was highly regarded within the Warren community for his 
passion for local businesses, community service, and his unwavering 
dedication to both the Warren G. Harding High School Football Team and 
the Ohio State Buckeyes.
   Mr. Economos was born in Warren, Ohio in 1938 and dedicated his life 
to his family, his church, and his family business. He was a proud 
graduate of the Warren G. Harding High School and Youngstown State 
University. Mr. Economos joined the United States Army in 1960 and 
after nine hard years of commendable service, he was honorably 
discharged with the rank of Captain in 1969.
   He married Joan Pompos in May of 1961 and the two were happily 
married for thirty-three years until her passing in 1995. From 1960 
until his passing, Mr. Economos was the owner of Saratoga Restaurant 
and Catering in Warren, Ohio. His family purchased the business back in 
1935. And next year Saratoga Restaurant and Catering will be 
celebrating its 100th anniversary.
   In addition to building a successful business, Mr. Economos was very 
active in his local church and community. He was a member of Parish 
Council and served three terms as president of the church council at 
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Warren.
   James's service to our country, his dedication to his business, his 
love for family and friends, and his passion for the Warren G. Harding 
High School Football Team and the Ohio State Buckeyes, all demonstrate 
the qualities that made him so special to us. James's life and legacy 
contribute to Warren being a better place to live and call home. He is 
survived by his sisters Dorian, Chrisi, and Jennifer; his son, Eric; 
his sister Demetra; and four wonderful grandchildren. James was a 
beloved part of the Warren community and he will be deeply missed.

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