[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 126 (Monday, August 3, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E759]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       RECOGNIZING RECARDINA ``DINA'' BOCCIPPIO'S 100TH BIRTHDAY

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                        HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR.

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, August 3, 2026

  Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mrs. Recardina 
Boccippio, also known as Dina, as she celebrates her 100th birthday 
this year. It is my pleasure to join Dina's family and friends in 
honoring the wonderful life she has led.
  On September 16, 1925, Recardina DePalma was born to Dominick and 
Michelina DePalma in Port Reading, New Jersey where Dina resided for 21 
years. On October 27, 1946, she married the love of her life Angelo 
Boccippio and in 1953, they purchased their forever home in Woodbridge, 
New Jersey. Her loved ones refer to her as a pleasure to be around and 
a true inspiration.
  For 10 years, Dina worked at Flagstaff Foods and Liquors. For the 
next 35 years, Dina worked as a private secretary and head bookkeeper 
for the Mauro Family at Mauro Motors. Now retired, it is clear she is 
living her best life as she is happiest spending time with family and 
friends. In her free time, Dina enjoys watching game shows and soap 
operas and is always ready for her next hair and nail appointments. 
After many incredible years, Dina Boccippio's contagious positivity and 
kindness is truly deserving of this body's recognition.
  Mr. Speaker, once again, please join me in wishing Dina Boccippio 
another year of good health and happiness as she celebrates the 
milestone of her 100th Birthday.

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