[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 26 (Friday, February 7, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E150]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING THE SERVICE OF ROBERT ARMSTRONG

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, February 7, 2020

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the service 
of long-time community member Robert (Bob) Armstrong as he celebrates 
his 90th birthday.
  Bob was born in Visalia, California, but the Armstrong family 
eventually relocated to Northern California where Bob graduated from 
Richmond High School. Following graduation, Bob entered the U.S. Navy 
and served as an electronic technician. He married Anna Mae Caliri 
before attending the University of California, Berkeley, and graduated 
with a degree in Electrical Engineering and a teaching certificate in 
1957.
  In 1958, Bob and Anna moved to Concord where they raised their two 
children, Janet and Jim. That same year, Bob began a career as a high 
school teacher, and he would go on to teach math, electronics, and 
driver's education at multiple high schools including Mt. Diablo High 
School, Pacifica High School, Ygnacio Valley High School, and Concord 
High School. Not only was Bob dedicated to educating youth in our 
community, but he was also actively involved in the teachers' union. 
After 30 years of teaching, Bob retired in order to take care of his 
aging parents. Retirement also gave Bob time to enjoy his many hobbies, 
spending many days boating and fishing and even joining a gym at age 86 
where he takes cardio dance classes. Bob bowls four times a week and is 
still picking up new activities to stay busy. His adventurous spirit 
has led Bob to try many new things in life and he loves sharing his 
wisdom with others.
  Bob has been a member of the community for over 60 years. He is known 
for always having a smile on his face and spreading joy to everyone who 
knows him. Please join me in wishing Bob well on his 90th birthday.

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