[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 45 (Tuesday, March 11, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H1081]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    HONORING RICHARD ``RICHY'' PERLMAN WITH THE KEY TO THE CITY OF 
                               WORCESTER

  (Mr. McGOVERN asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. McGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, on January 25, I had the honor of joining 
Worcester Mayor Joe Petty, former State Senate President Harriette 
Chandler, and other community leaders to present Richard ``Richy'' 
Perlman with the Key to the city of Worcester.
  It was a moving ceremony for a man who has spent his life quietly 
serving others.
  For over 110 years, three generations of Perlmans, have provided care 
and comfort to families during their most difficult moments.
  As a funeral director, Richy has ensured that every person is treated 
with dignity and respect, honoring sacred traditions that have stood 
the test of time, including the sacred Jewish ritual of Tahara.
  Richy's service has strengthened our community and upheld the values 
of compassion, faith, and humanity. Worcester is better because of him. 
I was proud to stand with so many local leaders to celebrate Richy's 
contributions, and I congratulate him, once again, on receiving this 
great honor.

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