[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 116 (Tuesday, July 11, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E960]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          ALFRED C. ASHLEY III

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                          HON. DONALD NORCROSS

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 11, 2017

  Mr. NORCROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Fire Captain 
Alfred C. Ashley III on the occasion of his retirement from the Camden 
Fire Department in New Jersey's First Congressional District.
   Captain Ashley was born and raised in Camden, New Jersey. In 1984, 
he graduated from Camden Catholic High School. In 1987, he joined the 
Camden Fire Department.
   Following the completion of his training at the fire academy, he had 
many assignments. Arguably, his favorite assignment was Engine 7 on 
Kaighn Avenue in the City of Camden. After years of hard work and 
dedication, he earned the promotion of Fire Captain in April 2001.
   Captain Ashley was also a vital part of the Camden Fire Officers 
Union--IAFF Local 2578. In 2009 he was elected Union President, during 
which he supported negotiations to fair contracts and maintaining 
workplace safety for members of the Camden Fire Officers Union.
   Captain Ashley's last assignment before his retirement was Ladder 
Company 2-2 Platoon. After 29 years of service, Captain Ashley retired 
from the Camden Fire Department on December 31, 2016.
   He has one daughter, Zakia, who is his pride and joy. He looks 
forward to spending more time with her, riding motorcycles and cooking 
for family and friends.
   I ask you to join me in thanking Captain Alfred C. Ashley III for 
his service to the City of Camden's Fire Department and for his 
dedication to the people he helped each and every day at work and 
throughout his career.

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