[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 15 (Friday, January 24, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E65]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING LOUIS GILL

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                        HON. BILL PASCRELL, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, January 24, 2020

  Mr. PASCRELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Louis Gill 
in celebration of his decades of work as a dedicated volunteer, leader, 
and activist in the City of Passaic and the Polish community.
  Born to Mr. Ludwig Gill and Ms. Leona Stolarz, Mr. Gill's commitment 
to service began very young. After graduating from Passaic High School 
in 1957, he attended Fairleigh Dickinson College and received a 
bachelor's degree in Accounting in 1961. After becoming the Work 
Experience and Career Exploration Program (W.E.C.E.P.) Coordinator and 
teacher at the Paterson Board of Education, Mr. Gill continued to earn 
multiple degrees and certifications for business, education, and 
administration. Following his years in school, Mr, Gill founded his own 
store, Gill's Market, right in his hometown of Passaic.
  Mr. Gill married his beloved wife Mary in 1963 in Passaic, New 
Jersey. Together, they raised four children and are grandparents to 
four grandchildren. Five years after his wedding, Mr. Gill began his 
lifelong career in public service. He was appointed to the Passaic 
Alcohol and Beverage Control Commission, where he served for five 
years, three of which he was the Chairman. In 1977, he was elected to 
the Passaic City Council, where he served for another 19 years and 
eventually became the President of the City Council. During his service 
there, Mr. Gill was elected to the New Jersey General Assembly to 
represent the 36th District for two terms in 1987.
  Mr. Gill's service to his community here in New Jersey and to the 
Polish community is extensive. While pursuing higher education and 
serving his local community, he was the Grand Marshall of the Pulaski 
Day Parade and President of the Sons of Poland for five years. He also 
joined the League of American Poles, and was a part of the Board of 
Directors for the Polish Cultural Center and Clifton Community Center. 
In addition to getting involved with the Polish community, Mr. Gill was 
also a part of the Chopin Singing Society for 50 years, where he served 
as President.
  Mr. Gill's service to his community is a credit to his character, and 
he has consistently been recognized for his work. He was awarded the 
Outstanding Citizen Award from the Pulaski Association of Police and 
Fire Departments in 1978. In the following year, he received the 
Citizen of the Year Award from the Policemen's Benevolent Association. 
Finally, as a member of the Passaic-Clifton Y.M.C.A., Mr. Gill received 
the Recognition For Service Award in 1985.
  The job of a United States Congressman involves much that is 
rewarding, yet nothing compares to working with and recognizing the 
efforts of individuals like Mr. Gill.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that you join our colleagues, friends, family, 
and the residents of New Jersey in recognizing Louis Gill for his 
outstanding work, as we celebrate his decades of distinguished service 
to the State of New Jersey and the members of his family and community.

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