[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 180 (Wednesday, November 14, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1523]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    RECOGNIZING JOSEPH C. CALIO, JR.

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                           HON. BILL SHUSTER

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 14, 2018

  Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and 
service of Joseph C. Calio, Jr. of Chagrin Falls, Ohio, a decorated 
World War II Hero who recently passed away peacefully at the age of 96. 
Mr. Calio was emblematic of the young soldiers who fought and won that 
great conflict, then humbly returned home to lead productive lives and 
raise solid families as part of our country's so-called ``Greatest 
Generation.''
  Joe grew up in the deprivation of the Great Depression and was called 
to duty in World War II with the 95th Infantry Division of the United 
States Army. For his courage and valor in battle, he was honored with 
several awards including the Bronze Star Medal, World War II Victory 
Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, and Honorable Service Lapel Button.
  Upon returning back to Ohio, Joe served for 40 years as an Auxiliary 
Policeman in the town of Lyndhurst where he was also a longtime 
participant, quarter master, and post commander of a local VFW Post. 
Along the way, he and his late wife Susan raised four children--Mary 
Ann, Joseph C. III, Nicholas, and Susie--who blessed their lives with 
11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
  Sadly, we lose nearly 400 veterans per day, like Mr. Calio, who 
bravely served our great nation in World War II. According to the U.S. 
Department of Veterans Affairs statistics, less than 500,000 of the 16 
million Americans who served in that War remain alive. We owe them a 
great debt of gratitude for their efforts, and shall never forget the 
sacrifices they made.
  So I am honored to help celebrate the noble and meaningful life of 
Joe Calio, as I believe his selfless dedication to country and 
community is something many of us can learn from in our own lives. The 
impact of his service is sure to continue through the achievements of 
his remarkable family who, while saddened by his passing, proudly carry 
on his distinguished legacy.

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