[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 98 (Thursday, June 18, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E924]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     IN RECOGNITION OF CLAIRE KNOPF

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 18, 2015

  Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mrs. Claire Knopf 
as she is honored by the Monmouth County Historical Association at its 
40th annual Garden Party on June 28, 2015. Claire's exemplary 
leadership and contributions to the Monmouth County Historical 
Association and the greater Monmouth County area are truly deserving of 
this body's recognition.
  A resident of Monmouth County, New Jersey since 1986, Claire has been 
an active and charitable member of the community. She has been an 
outstanding leader of the Monmouth County Historical Association for 
many years, serving as a trustee, first vice president and 20th 
president of the Board of Trustees. In addition to her work with the 
Monmouth County Historical Association, Claire has volunteered on the 
Rumson Country Day School Executive Council, the Leon Hess Cancer 
Center at Monmouth Medical Center Women's Council, the Spring House, 
the Two River Film Festival and the Junior League of Monmouth County, 
among others. Her involvement with numerous local charities and 
organizations reflect her passion to help others and improve our 
communities. Her leadership and hard work have greatly benefited the 
Monmouth County area and her efforts are admirable.
  Claire received her Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature 
from Boston University. She and her husband Woody reside in Rumson and 
are the proud parents of three beautiful children.
  For over 115 years, the Monmouth County Historical Association has 
provided Monmouth County residents and visitors with a vast background 
of our local history and heritage. Its efforts to preserve and promote 
our local history through programs, exhibits, and resources are 
valuable to our community and help to ensure that this important 
knowledge is available for future generations.
  Mr. Speaker, once again, please join me in thanking Claire Knopf and 
the Monmouth County Historical Association for their immeasurable 
contributions to our community.

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