[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 132 (Tuesday, August 1, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E752]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING TIMOTHY J. ``TED'' CONNORS

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                           HON. CHRIS PAPPAS

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 1, 2023

  Mr. PAPPAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the life and 
legacy of Timothy J. ``Ted'' Connors. Ted was a strong community 
leader, husband, father, and grandfather who dedicated his life to 
serving New Hampshire and the communities of Portsmouth and Newington. 
During this difficult time, my thoughts and condolences are with the 
Connors family, including Ted's loving wife, Elisabeth, and his 
children, Captain Timothy J. Connors II, Thomas Connors, and Annelise 
Hartley.
  Ted's persistent and positive work to uplift his community began in 
local politics. He found his passion in serving the community, becoming 
the city's first popularly elected Mayor at 26 years old. His work as 
Mayor to expand housing for low-income and elderly residents resulted 
in him continuing his public service at the Portsmouth Housing 
Authority. Ted's kind demeanor and infectious laugh facilitated his 
rare ability to work with almost anyone. He brought numerous important 
and historic projects to fruition like the Strawbery Banke Museum and 
the initial plans for Prescott Park.
  A lifelong member of St. Catherine's and Immaculate Conception 
parishes. Ted's passion for the community extended beyond the political 
sphere and saw him engage with numerous projects including the 
renovations of his Alma Mater, St. Patrick's School. His work 
supporting affordable health care with Seacoast Mental Health, and the 
Foundation for Seacoast Health, benefited countless families across the 
state while ensuring that those with severe mental illness had access 
to the care they deserved. Ted continued his service to the State of 
New Hampshire by serving decades as the Chairman of the NH Racing 
Commission, and then as Chair of the Newington Select Board. While we 
can never fully repay our debt of gratitude to Ted, today we recognize 
his sincere generosity and immeasurable impact on the Seacoast 
community.
  Ted will be fondly remembered by the communities he touched and those 
he loved for years to come. His legacy of service and commitment to 
Portsmouth, Newington, and the Granite State will live on. The 
compassion and purpose for which he served, to better the lives of 
those less fortunate, is an inspiration to those who come after him. I 
would like to once more extend my condolences to the Connors family and 
wish them all the very best in this time of grieving.