[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 6 (Thursday, January 11, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H87]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               CELEBRATING BERNIE SINGER'S 101ST BIRTHDAY

  (Mrs. CHERFILUS-McCORMICK asked and was given permission to address 
the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. CHERFILUS-McCORMICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize one 
of my constituents, Mr. Bernie Singer, who just celebrated his 101st 
birthday.
  Bernie is a living testament to courage and resilience. He fought for 
democracy in World War II, embodying the values of the Greatest 
Generation.
  During the Battle of the Bulge, he was captured on his birthday and 
was later held in Stalag 9B in Germany. While in captivity, Bernie 
displayed unparalleled bravery and sacrifice in serving our Nation.
  After serving in the military, Bernie ran his own family business for 
over 70 years, driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and the promise of 
the American Dream. He married his beloved wife, Marilyn, whom he has 
called his spouse for over 70 wonderful years.
  In addition to being a devoted husband, Bernie is known as a loving 
father, grandfather, father-in-law, and uncle. In all these roles, he 
has enriched the lives of those around him with kindness and wisdom.
  On behalf of Florida's 20th Congressional District, I am honored to 
recognize Bernie for his exceptional life marked by valor and an 
enduring love for others.

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