[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 144 (Wednesday, September 3, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H3768]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      REMEMBERING JERRY CONSIGLIO

  (Mr. Ciscomani of Arizona was recognized to address the House for 5 
minutes.)
  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Jerry Consiglio, a 
World War II veteran, former mechanic and aerospace foreman, and a 
beloved fixture of the Sierra Vista community for more than four 
decades, who died in July just days before his 102nd birthday.
  Born in 1923, Jerry served in the U.S. Army during World War II, 
where he participated in some of the most harrowing campaigns in 
Europe. He landed at Normandy on D-day and later fought in the brutal 
Battle of the Bulge.
  Jerry was awarded two Bronze Stars and left the Army with the rank of 
sergeant. After the war, Jerry built a life grounded in hard work and 
community. He owned an auto shop and later worked in aerospace, 
contributing to the early development of the Boeing 747 landing gear at 
Aerojet.
  Jerry moved to Sierra Vista more than 40 years ago. He built deep 
ties with the community and was well known amongst veterans. He 
attended Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic Church and had a vibrant 
social life even into his second century.
  Jerry had relocated to Tennessee earlier this year to be close to 
family as his wife, Nancy, battled health concerns. Since his passing, 
his family plans to return his ashes to Sierra Vista, fulfilling his 
wishes to be remembered in the community that he loved.
  My thoughts and prayers are with the Consiglio family and the Sierra 
Vista community. Jerry was a true role model for absolutely everyone.


                         Honoring Kelly Pierce

  Mr. CISCOMANI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with a heavy heart to honor 
Kelly Pierce, who tragically and unexpectedly passed away on August 1 
of this year.
  Kelly was a mom of three boys, and she was a daughter, granddaughter, 
friend, cousin, aunt, and a women's soccer coach.
  Kelly coached at Pima Community College, Mountain View High School, 
CDO Soccer Club, and FC Tucson, but she was most recently known for 
coaching the Lancers, the varsity women's soccer team at Salpointe 
Catholic High School, where she graduated in 1999.
  As a player, Kelly won two State championships. Later, as a coach, 
she led the Lancers to six State championships in the past 8 years, a 
truly remarkable feat.
  Only 44 years old, Kelly was passionate and devoted to her family and 
coaching. She was widely known in our community for her soccer talent 
and had been involved with youth soccer for nearly 20 years. She was an 
inspiration to young female athletes, instilling self-confidence and 
their power as individuals.
  Among her cousins, she was the leader with all the confidence, who 
was admired for the biggest and most giving heart.
  Later in life, Kelly's boys were everything to her. She was a 
dedicated mother who always prioritized her boys and their well-being.
  My prayers are with her three sons: Tyler, Brady, and Camden; her 
partner, Joey Bernier; her brothers, Jeff and Donald Pierce; and her 
large extended family, including her mom, grandmother, and cousins; 
plus the players she loved so much, both current and former.
  Kelly truly reflects what I love most about our district. She was 
hardworking, passionate, and dedicated. She leaves a humongous hole in 
our community and will be dearly missed.
  As her family, friends, and the Salpointe community grieve, know that 
our community is alongside you. May Kelly's legacy on this Earth 
continue to inspire future generations, and may she rest in peace.

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