[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 203 (Tuesday, November 23, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1268]
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      HONORING THE MEMORY OF THE HONORABLE RICHARD ALBERT ST. JOHN

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                          HON. NORMA J. TORRES

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 23, 2021

  Mrs. TORRES of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor my 
constituent from Pomona, the Honorable Richard Albert St. John. It is 
with more than a heavy heart that I share that Richard Albert St. John 
passed away on November 4, 2021.
  From the young age of 16, Richard served his country first with the 
merchant marines on the Great Lakes steamers. One year later, Richard 
enlisted into the Army where he served as a marine engine mechanic. 
After leaving the Army and working in a car factory, Richard re-
enlisted and served in the Korean War. He was seriously wounded during 
the war, and was awarded the Purple Heart.
  After being discharged as a Sergeant First Class, Richard relocated 
to Los Angeles in 1953 and entered public service with the Sheriffs 
Department and then as an investigator with the District Attorney's 
office. He attended law school at night at Pacific Coast University 
while working in law enforcement during the day. Upon passing the bar, 
he worked as the Assistant County Counsel for Butte County. He later 
returned to Los Angeles where he met Judith Wallingford and married her 
in 1970.
  Richard's experience and success as a trial lawyer led him to be 
recruited to the District Attorney's office. From 1975 to 1998, Richard 
served as a Juvenile Court Referee and then as a Superior Court Judge 
on the Santa Barbara County Superior Court.
  In retirement, Richard dedicated his time to his art, family, and 
traveling with his beloved wife. Richard was a dedicated husband, loyal 
friend, and selfless public servant. He will be fondly remembered by 
his loved ones, friends, colleagues, and community.
  Today, Madam Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the Honorable 
Richard Albert St. John on the House floor to the State of California. 
May he rest in peace.

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