[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 220 (Monday, December 28, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1208-E1209]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   HONORING THE LIFE OF GERARD LOZANO

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                             HON. JIM COSTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, December 28, 2020

  Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of longtime 
Fresnan Gerard Lozano, who passed away on October 1, 2020. He was a 
proud husband, community leader and friend.
  Gerard was born on May 11, 1970 in Fresno, California. He grew up 
with four brothers, his father Michael, and mother Dolores. He attended 
Our Lady of Victory Elementary School and graduated from San Joaquin 
Memorial High School. Gerard was known for being kind, always happy and 
caring. He had a strong faith and was a genuine leader by example.
  These qualities continued throughout his life and during his career. 
Gerard began his career as the Governmental Affairs Director for the 
Fresno Association of REALTORS interacting with many people in the 
community and legislative representatives in the Central Valley.
  My office and myself, had the pleasure of working alongside Gerard 
for many years. He was always a knowledgeable and professional 
individual, willing to help for the community in

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any capacity that he could. Gerard's hard work was evident throughout 
his career. He was promoted to Executive Vice President after being 
employed over 20 years at Fresno Association of REALTORS, and in 2016, 
Gerard was honored with the Presidents Award by past president, Colleen 
Wiginton.
  In 2002, Gerard met the love of his life, Donna or ``Dolly'' as she 
was affectionately known. Their love for each other flourished 
throughout their marriage. Gerard was a football fan for the Oakland 
Raiders and San Francisco Giants. He enjoyed music and was a drummer.
  Gerard is survived by his wife, Donna; parents Michael and Dolores 
Lozano; brothers Daniel, David and wife Marisela; Raymond and wife 
Kristin; Benjamin and wife Esmeralda; sister-in-law Linda Donabed and 
husband Jim.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating and 
honoring the life of Mr. Gerard Lozano. His kindness and leadership 
will be remembered by those who had the pleasure of working with him. I 
join his family, friends, and the community in honoring his great life 
and legacy.

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