[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 8 (Monday, January 12, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E23]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE LIFE OF CHESTER ROBERT KROPIDLOWSKI

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                           HON. MIKE QUIGLEY

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 12, 2026

  Mr. QUIGLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy 
of Chester Robert Kropidlowski of Chicago. Chester was a veteran, a man 
of public service, and above all, a devoted brother, uncle, great 
uncle, and friend.
  Before Chester began serving our city and country, he attended the 
University of Illinois where he obtained a bachelor's degree in civil 
engineering and was also an accomplished collegiate wrestler. He went 
on to earn a master's degree in science from Depaul University in 
Chicago.
  Chester served our country by enlisting in the United States Army in 
1964. His devotion to his community continued throughout his life, 
where he served the City of Chicago Department of Streets and 
Sanitation for many years.
  Chester possessed a philanthropic spirit as a donor to several 
organizations and causes, including Misericordia Heart of Mercy.
  A loyal Chicagoan and proud Lakeview resident, Chester was deeply 
involved in his community. He was a long-time condo board member, 
assisted in planning the Chicago Marathon, and could often be found 
watching a Cubs game with his buddies at Murphy's Bleachers. Chester 
will be most remembered for the joy he brought into other people's 
lives. He cherished his traveling adventures with Lenore, his late 
significant other, and enjoyed fishing and golfing with family and 
friends.
  We remember and honor Chester Robert Kropidlowski not just as a 
veteran, but as the kind of American we should all aspire to be. May 
his memory be a blessing.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask everyone to join me in recognizing Chester Robert 
Kropidlowski for his service to our country and honoring his legacy.

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