[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 155 (Thursday, October 22, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1515]
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                        HONORING RICHARD P. HOWE

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                           HON. NIKI TSONGAS

                            of massachusetts

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 22, 2015

  Ms. TSONGAS. Mr. Speaker, the City of Lowell, Massachusetts has a 
long and storied tradition of public service, forged by countless 
dedicated men and women who utilized innovative and open-minded ideas 
to better the lives of others and further progress in their community. 
Lowell recently lost one of those titanic figures with the passing of 
Richard P. Howe.
   For all of us who were privileged to know Dick Howe, Sr., this is a 
moment to celebrate the life and the legacy of a devoted Lowellian.
   My family first came to know Dick and his family when my husband 
Paul Tsongas served alongside him as a member of the Lowell City 
Council. They also shared a law office until Paul was elected to 
Congress. Dick was an important mentor and role model to Paul, 
exemplifying unwavering integrity, courageous leadership, and an 
abiding belief in the City.
   Dick held office during Lowell's extraordinary transformation and 
was one of the creative community leaders who helped turn a shared 
vision to revitalize Lowell into reality.
   Two years ago, we celebrated the dedication of The Richard P. Howe 
Bridge, which is a fitting tribute to a man who helped bridge many 
divides to bring people together in the name of the city he loved. He 
will be greatly missed.

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