[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 37 (Tuesday, February 25, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E204]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF MR. JAMES ARRIGO

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                            HON. JOHN KATKO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 25, 2020

  Mr. KATKO. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor the life and service of Mr. 
James Arrigo as he celebrates his 96th birthday. Throughout his life, 
Mr. Arrigo has demonstrated exemplary patriotism through his service in 
World War II, and longstanding devotion to his family.
   After graduating from North High School in 1942, Mr. Arrigo enlisted 
in the United States Air Force, proudly serving his country in World 
War II. During the war, he was stationed in Japan, working as a 
bombardier with the 20th Air Force 313th Wing. In December of 1945, Mr. 
Arrigo was discharged as a 1st Lieutenant, after flying 35 missions 
over Japan.
   Following completion of his military service, Mr. Arrigo returned 
home to Central New York and on April 7, 1947 married Mary Ann Cali. 
Together they lived in North Syracuse and raised two children. After 
many years working as a self-employed barber at Jimmy's Barbershop, Mr. 
Arrigo retired at the age of 82. In addition to working as a barber, 
Mr. Arrigo served as a Town of Clay councilman from 1966 to 1970 and 
served as an active member of the Town of Clay Men of Rotary.
   Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues in the House join me in 
honoring the life and service of Mr. James Arrigo. Mr. Arrigo's life 
has been one marked by admirable devotion to his family and country.

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