[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 165 (Wednesday, September 23, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E873]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               IN HONOR OF THE MEMORY OF JOSEPH PETERSON

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 23, 2020

  Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the 
esteemed life of a dear friend, Joe Peterson. He will forever be 
remembered for his tremendous impact on our Wyandotte community, and he 
will be deeply missed.
  Mayor Peterson was a pillar of Wyandotte. Before beginning his career 
in public service, Peterson was a long-time police officer in the 
Wyandotte Police Department. Throughout his twenty-seven years with the 
police force, Peterson held several different positions including 
undercover officer, detective sergeant, and probation officer. In 2005, 
Peterson was elected to serve on the Wyandotte City Council and was 
elected mayor in 2009. Throughout all capacities, Peterson endeavored 
to make Wyandotte a better place for all.
  Mayor Peterson was a dedicated, compassionate, and effective leader 
who humbly strove for excellence without seeking praise or recognition 
for any of his significant accomplishments. As a veteran who served in 
the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, Peterson knew deeply what it 
meant to be a committed and loyal fighter. He never stopped caring for 
others, especially his fellow veterans, and faithfully served his 
beloved Wyandotte.
  Mayor Peterson leaves behind a legacy that will forever endure. He 
was a true representation of a passionate public servant who was 
unwavering in his commitment to make Wyandotte a better place. He 
strove to foster a deep sense of community, and was a steadying voice 
of reason in troubling or challenging times. He encouraged us to see 
the best in one another and work together for the common good. 
Undoubtably, Peterson has left a meaningful impact on the city, and the 
love he had for Wyandotte will always be remembered. His passing 
represents a loss to our entire community, but his memory will endure 
through the countless lives he touched.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the life 
and legacy of Joe Peterson. He was a cornerstone of Wyandotte, and we 
will forever remember his remarkable life, work, and community impact. 
May he rest in eternal peace.

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