[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 3]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 4102]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



                      TRIBUTE TO JERALD T. MAHSHIE

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                        HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 20, 2001

  Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is truly my distinct honor to pay 
tribute to one of Northwest Indiana's hidden treasures, Jerald T. 
Mahshie, of Schererville, Indiana. Jerry is one of the most dedicated, 
distinguished and creative citizens of Indiana's First Congressional 
District.
  For the past 3\1/2\ years, Jerry has been the Director of Food and 
Beverage at the Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza in Merrillville, Indiana. 
While Jerry has been a resident of the First Congressional District for 
only a short time, Northwest Indiana has certainly been rewarded by the 
true service and uncompromising dedication he has displayed to both its 
citizens and communities, as well as his employer.
  During his tenure at the Radisson Hotel, Jerry's consummate 
professionalism and attention to detail enabled the facility to become 
one of the premier meeting and dining locations in the First 
Congressional District.
  When I think of Jerry, the first image that comes to my mind is not 
his successful professional career, but his extraordinary leadership 
and care for others. Whenever a project has needed a leader or an issue 
has needed to be addressed, Jerry has stepped forward to accept the 
challenge. Unfortunately, Northwest Indiana will be losing this hidden 
treasure, as Jerry has accepted a position in the Indiana's capitol, 
Indianapolis.
  Jerry is truly a remarkable man. His hard work has earned him a 
number of accomplishments and awards. Such achievements include: Member 
of the American Academy of Chefs, President of the American Culinary 
Federation Chefs of Northwest Indiana, Certified Executive Chef, 1999 
Lake County Convention and Visitors Bureau Hospitality and Professional 
of the Year. In addition to his devotion to his job, Jerry finds time 
to serve his community. He is a past member of the Hammond Area Career 
Center Advisory Board and the Ivy Tech Gary Campus Advisory Board, as 
well as the Chairman for the 2001 Taste of Northwest Indiana.
  Mr. Speaker, I applaud Jerry Mahshie for his remarkable 
accomplishments, enduring service, and the unforgettable effect he has 
had on the people of Northwest Indiana. We will surely miss him. May 
the future continue to hold great things for this outstanding 
professional.

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