[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 134 (Wednesday, September 7, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1210]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING JOE & JULIE MARCHINI

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                             HON. JIM COSTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 7, 2016

  Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Joe and Julie 
Marchini. The Marchini's are being honored by Catholic Charities of 
Merced in appreciation of their years of dedicated service to the 
community. Both Joe and Julie have contributed countless hours to 
causes that are close to their hearts in order to make their community 
a better place.
  Joe Marchini was born on December 9, 1938 in Merced, California to 
Florindo and Elisa Marchini. Joe has lived in Merced County most of his 
life. A natural love of being outdoors led Joe to begin working on his 
father's farm from a young age. At 20 years old he was invited to 
become a partner in his father's business, the Giampaoli-Marchini 
Company. Upon founding his own company with his brother Richard, Joe 
became the original radicchio grower in the United States.
  Julie Marchini was born on September 14, 1942 in Modesto, California 
to Jim and Mary Louise Thompson. Her family moved to Merced when she 
was ten years old. The family is a staple in the community, as business 
owners in the area, including Merced area fixture Helen and Louise 
Dress Shop.
  Joe and Julie were married 56 years ago and purchased a ranch in Le 
Grand where they raised their three children. They are parents to Lisa, 
Jeff and Fania. Joe and Julie are proud grandparents to ten, and come 
this winter, great-grandparents to six.
  It has always been important to Joe and Julie to have balance between 
work, family, charity and church. They have been active in 
organizations, such as the Le Grand volunteer firefighters, Italian 
Catholic federation and the California Tomato Board. Joe has spent many 
hours cooking BBQ for fundraisers, events, and people in need.
  Julie has volunteered time to Hinds Hospice, Our Lady of Lourdes 
religious education program, and school activities her family has 
participated in.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join me in honoring the Marchini 
Family for their commitment to serving Merced County. The community is 
grateful for their service and the impact they have made in the Valley. 
I congratulate the Marchini family for this honor and ask that you join 
me in wishing them continued success.

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