[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 91 (Thursday, May 25, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E725]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO JOSEPH CARVALHO

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                            HON. KEN CALVERT

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 25, 2017

  Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and pay tribute to an 
extraordinary man, Joseph John ``Joe'' Carvalho. Joseph passed away on 
May 22, 2017 at the age of 88. A resident of Hacienda Heights, 
California, he was a pillar of the community and will be deeply missed.
  Joe was born on June 3, 1928, in Tiverton, Rhode Island and grew up 
in North Dighton, Massachusetts. He served in the Navy for two years 
and obtained the rank of Engineerman Third Class while working in a POW 
camp in World War II. In 1951, he enrolled in the Massachusetts 
Maritime Academy where he received his degree in Marine Engineering. 
Upon graduation, he served with the Merchant Marines for two years.
  Joe married the love of his life Audrey Enos on November 21, 1953. 
They moved to California and welcomed the birth of their children: 
Catherine, Cynthia, Barry, Pamela, and Janet. He worked for the 
Department of Water and Power for 33 years as an Electrical Engineer. 
At 55, Joe retired and worked for the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics 
Organizing Committee while also maintaining his own real estate 
business. He was a founding member of Saint John Vianney Parish and was 
a dedicated usher and volunteer. He was a dedicated Red Sox fan and was 
able to see his dreams realized with the 2004, 2007, and 2013 World 
Series Championships. Joe's greatest joy was his family. He became 
known as Poppi to his five grandchildren: Danielle, Tara, Nicole, Hope 
Willard, and Brennan Carvalho, and two great grandchildren: Emma and 
Quinn Massari.
  On Friday, May 26, 2017, a memorial honoring Joe's extraordinary life 
will be held in Hacienda Heights, CA. Joe will always be remembered for 
his incredible work ethic, generosity, contributions to the community 
and love of family. His dedication to his family, work, and community 
are a testament to a life lived well and a legacy that will continue. I 
extend my condolences to Joe's family and friends. Although Joe may be 
gone, the light and goodness he brought to the world remain and will 
never be forgotten.

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