[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 72 (Thursday, May 2, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E532-E533]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         JIM GORMAN RETIREMENT

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                          HON. TROY BALDERSON

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 2, 2019

  Mr. BALDERSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and 
achievements of James ``Jim'' Gorman, in honor of his retirement from 
the Gorman-Rupp Company in Mansfield, Ohio.
  Since its founding in 1933, the Gorman-Rupp Company has been known 
worldwide for its quality pumps and pump systems. When Jim first joined 
the board of directors in 1946, he began a journey spanning more than 
seven decades. For 73 years, Jim has worked tirelessly to uphold the 
renowned Gorman-Rupp Company reputation and build its global success.
  Jim's service didn't begin in the private sector, however. In 1942, 
amidst the height of World War II, Jim answered his nation's call and 
joined the United States Army as a C-47 cargo plane pilot, where he 
risked life and limb to defend the principle of freedom. His lifelong 
dedication to service for his country and community didn't end there. 
After World War II, Jim served in the Air Force Reserves until the 
Guard unit was opened in June 1948, where he served until 1956.
  After his time in the military, Jim returned home to Mansfield, Ohio 
to devote himself to the eponymous company his father co-founded. As a 
salesman, Jim traveled the country selling the pumps and pump systems 
the Gorman-Rupp Company designs and manufactures. It didn't take long 
for Jim's staunch work ethic to earn him the respect and admiration of 
his colleagues.
  As far back as 1948, Jim has repeatedly been quoted as saying he 
believes in treating his employees as he would like to be treated. This 
unwavering commitment to his employees remains through this very day 
and sets an example for job creators everywhere.
  Jim's life and career are marked by decades of profound, yet humbly-
and dutifully-carried-out service to others. I'm confident that's Jim's 
impact will be an enduring one, and that his work will be cherished by 
generations to come.
  I thank James ``Jim'' Gorman for bringing honor to Mansfield, Ohio, 
and in turn I honor him for his incredible record of achievements.

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