[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 19 (Tuesday, February 2, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E87]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                       HONORING MS. SOPHIE PASIBE

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 2, 2021

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
and honor the life and legacy of Sophie Pasibe and to recognize the 
impact she had on the Filipino-American community in Vallejo and 
Benicia.
  Born September 29, 1931 in the Municipality of Agoo in La Union, 
Philippines, Ms. Sophie Pasibe's life was characterized by her years as 
a teacher, philanthropist, and public servant. Before her emigration 
from the Philippines to the United States in 1969, Ms. Pasibe served 
her community as a fourth grade teacher. Soon after arriving in the 
United States, she continued her teaching career for the Stockton 
Unified School District. In 1975, Ms. Pasibe settled in Benicia, 
California, where she resided for the remainder of her life.
  Ms. Pasibe had a huge impact on advancing the interests of the 
Filipino-American community. She was a leader, serving as vice 
president of the Agooenians of California, president of Fil-Ams of 
Benicia, and chair of the Lakbay Aral Program. Additionally, she helped 
to found both the Young Generations of Agoo and the Solano County 
Filipino-American Chamber of Commerce. Through her leadership, she 
helped to advance the prosperity and cultural expression of her 
community through projects like the Lakbay Aral Travel Study Program, a 
collaboration with the Fili Am Chamber and Philippine government to 
send Filipino-American teenagers to the Philippines, many for the first 
time, to connect with their roots through an immersive program.
  Ms. Pasibe's dedication to her community further fueled her 
philanthropy, as she served as a certified court interpreter, traveling 
throughout much of California. Furthermore, she utilized her artistry 
and creativity to sell crafts at street fairs, with all proceeds going 
back to her home in the Philippines. Ms. Pasibe will be remembered by 
her selfless dedication to others.
  Madam Speaker, Ms. Sophie Pasibe was a committed community advocate 
and exceptional leader who dedicated her life to serving the Filipino 
community.

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