[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 105 (Friday, June 22, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E896]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING THE LIFE OF GERALD `JERRY' EIGHMY

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                            HON. MIKE KELLY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, June 22, 2018

  Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 
life of Gerald `Jerry' Eighmy, who passed away on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 
after a lengthy illness. Jerry is survived by his wife of 56 years--
Mary, his sons Scott and Harry (both of Erie) and eight beloved 
grandchildren who will proudly carry on the legacy of their admirable 
grandfather.
   Jerry was born on December 17, 1940 in Cleveland, Ohio. He moved to 
Conneaut early in life and has been a lifelong resident ever since. 
After graduating from Conneaut High School, Jerry worked on the ore 
boats for US Steel to gather up the money needed to go to college.
   He attended Heidelberg College in Tiffin, OH getting a degree in 
chemistry. Shortly after graduating, Jerry started working for his 
father at the family machining company, the Eighmy Corporation in 
Conneaut. Over the years, Jerry was instrumental in growing and 
advancing the company.
   In 1984, Jerry started American Turned Products in Erie, PA. 
American Turned Products has grown into a thriving manufacturing 
company, with two plants in Erie County that serve the automotive, 
appliance, military and hydraulics industries.
   During his time in the machining industry, Jerry became very 
involved with the National Screw Machine Products Association, now 
called the Precision Machined Products Association (PMPA). PMPA is an 
international trade association that represents the interests of the 
precision machined products industry and provides programs and services 
to ensure members stay ahead of the curve and ready to compete on a 
global scale.
   Jerry was actively involved in many PMPA committees over the years 
and also served on the PMPA's Finance, Executive, and Pension 
Committees. Jerry served a five year term as Association Treasurer 
before transitioning to Association Second Vice President, First Vice 
President, and eventually President elect. In order to acknowledge his 
service to the association and industry in general, Jerry was presented 
with the merit award, the association's highest honor.
   Jerry continuously strived to make a difference and better the lives 
of those around him, which he did through a number of capacities. He 
was a board member and past President of the NWPA Manufacturers and 
business association and served on the board of Brown Memorial Hospital 
for 25 years until becoming the chairman. In addition, Jerry was 
instrumental in the creation of the sports complex for the Conneaut 
School System, where he was not only the major monetary donor for the 
project but also donated the land for the track and soccer field, which 
bears his name today.
   In serving his family and community, Jerry was a leader in the 
truest sense of the word and a role model for those who were privileged 
to know him. He set a standard of excellence and generosity that is 
both admirable and praiseworthy. Furthermore, Jerry was a class act 
that will be remembered for his distinguished career and selfless 
personality.
   Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the memory of Jerry Eighmy, 
a service-minded individual who leaves behind a legacy of compassion 
and integrity that will positively impact the Conneaut community for 
years to come.

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