[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 72 (Wednesday, April 30, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H1762]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF JACK EDWARD ERICKSON

  (Mr. FITZPATRICK asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise 
today to honor the life and legacy of the late Jack Edward Erickson, a 
beloved leader of our Newtown, Pennsylvania, community, and someone 
whose absence will be deeply felt.
  For 96 extraordinary years, Jack Erickson lived a life of purpose and 
principle, defined by devotion to his family, service to country, and a 
deep commitment to his community.
  A veteran of the United States Army, nationally recognized 
photographer, successful businessman, and a champion golfer, Jack 
excelled in literally every single role because he gave each one of 
them his full heart and his full measure of devotion, but it is how he 
gave back that truly defined Jack.
  He dedicated decades of his life to his local Rotary club in Bucks 
County, proudly serving twice as president. He led the Pennsbury 
Scholarship Foundation with purpose and spent 31 years on the Upper 
Makefield HARB Board, helping shape and preserve our community's rich 
history.

  Mr. Speaker, Jack had a way of lifting others up just by being 
himself. Whether supporting our students, mentoring our young leaders, 
or simply showing up for his friends and neighbors, he led with quiet 
strength and genuine care.
  Mr. Speaker, we extend our deepest condolences to his children, his 
grandchildren, his great-grandchildren, and his loving partner, Mary 
Ann, and all who loved him.
  Jack was a constant, someone who made our community stronger just by 
being a part of it. His legacy will live on in the lives he touched and 
the example he set.
  Mr. Speaker, may his memory be a blessing and may he rest in peace.

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