[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 168 (Friday, October 13, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E969-E970]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING THE LIFE OF LOUIS F. WILLIAMS

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                           HON. CHRIS PAPPAS

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 13, 2023

  Mr. PAPPAS. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, I rise today in recognition of 
the life and legacy of Louis F. Williams, a distinguished Navy Veteran 
who passed away earlier this year. Lou was a beloved husband, father, 
grandfather, and great-grandfather, who proudly dedicated his life to 
serving our country in the United States Navy. During this difficult 
time, my thoughts and condolences are with the Williams family, 
including Lou's loving wife, Theresa, his children, Katherine 
Arsenault, Frederick Williams, and Patricia Berube, his 11 
grandchildren, and 5 greatgrandchildren.

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  Born in Warren, Pennsylvania, Lou enlisted in the Navy the year he 
graduated high school, selflessly serving as an Aviation structural 
Mechanic (Hydraulic) Petty Officer 3rd Class. After his honorable 
discharge, Lou dedicated 35 years as a machinist foreman for the 
Wakefield Corp. in Wakefield, Massachusetts. Always one to pursue his 
passions, Lou turned his hobby for maple sugaring during his retirement 
into a full-fledged product, Williams Bros. Maple Syrup. In their 
golden years, given the importance of family to the couple, Lou and 
Theresa moved to Fremont, New Hampshire to be closer to their children 
and grandchildren. Lou loved to share stories of his cherished 
childhood memories on the family farm, learning to shoot and fish, and 
continued this passion throughout his life.
  Lou will be fondly remembered by the communities he touched and those 
he loved for years to come. His legacy of service, connection, and 
family will continue to inspire others. On behalf of the constituents 
of New Hampshire's First Congressional District, I would once again 
like to extend my condolences to the Williams family and wish them all 
the very best in this time of grieving.

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