[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 114 (Wednesday, July 10, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E712]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    RECOGNIZING CONGRESSIONAL PATRIOT AWARD RECIPIENT THOMAS DILLON

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                            HON. PAT FALLON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 10, 2024

  Mr. FALLON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mr. Thomas Dillon 
of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, and present him with the Congressional 
Patriot Award. Thomas has dedicated himself to faithfully serving his 
community.
  Thomas was born in Pittsfield and attended Pittsfield High School. He 
graduated from Boston College in 1967 with a bachelor's degree in 
mathematics and received his master's degree in teaching from Cambridge 
College. After graduation, Thomas worked in the Philippines for three 
years as part of the Peace Corps, where he taught math and science. 
When he returned home, he began teaching mathematics at his alma mater, 
Pittsfield High School. Thomas also served as an advisor for several 
classes and the Student Council while also helping to organize the 
annual graduation ceremony.
  After teaching for 34 years, Thomas retired and began working part-
time as the work-based learning coordinator at Pittsfield High. He 
began working as a counselor and advocate for Project Reconnect to help 
disadvantaged youth access education, housing, and rehabilitation 
programs. Additionally, Thomas served as a director and chairperson for 
Credit Union of the Berkshires for many years. He is a devoted man of 
faith and attends St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Pittsfield. In his 
free time, Thomas is passionate about traveling and has visited many 
countries around the world. I'm proud to call Thomas a good friend and 
mentor. He has made numerous positive impacts on our community, and I 
wish him the best for many years to come.
  It is an honor to bestow Thomas with the Patriot Award for his 
exceptional service to the people of Pittsfield.

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