[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 109 (Thursday, June 22, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E597]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING THE LIFE AND SERVICE OF DR. ORIN T. ALLEN

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 22, 2023

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and 
service of Dr. Orin T. Allen.
  Throughout his life, Dr. Allen was committed to advancing justice and 
serving his community. He worked for the Contra Costa County Probation 
Department in California for 35 years, serving as a counselor, 
probation officer, and director. He was especially passionate about 
supporting our youth, serving on the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency 
Commission, East County Youth, and Family Services Board of Directors, 
East County Boys and Girls Club, and the Boy Scouts of East Delta 
District. The Byron Boys Ranch was even renamed the Orin Allen Youth 
Rehabilitation Center in honor of his work. In 1999, Dr. Allen was 
named Contra Costa County's Humanitarian of the Year in recognition of 
his steadfast commitment to the county's youth.
  As part of his humanitarian work, he worked tirelessly to provide 
quality education in the community and support students through his 
work as an elected member on the Pittsburg Unified School District, 
where he served for more than 20 years. For his work in this space, Dr. 
Allen received the Outstanding Friend of Education Award from the 
Association of California School Administrators.
  Outside of his professional pursuits, Dr. Allen enjoyed spending time 
with family and friends and in the community. He had a passion for 
building and flying remote-controlled planes and travelling with his 
loved ones. He was also an active member of St. David's and St. Anna's 
Episcopal Church.
  Sadly, Dr. Allen passed away on April 23, 2023. He is survived by his 
wife of 63 years, Fredrica Allen, his daughter Shula Bernstine, his 
daughter Vicki Scali, his son Orin T. Allen Jr., his brother Jaja 
Allen, his sister Thomasina Moten, 8 grandchildren, 8 great-
grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. He will be remembered 
for his compassionate nature and his many contributions to our 
community. Please join me in recognizing the life of Dr. Allen.

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