[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 152 (2006), Part 13]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 17573]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF BRIDGET MASIELLO

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 7, 2006

  Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct honor to remember the 
life of a proud Buffaloian. Bridget Masiello passed away August 5, 2006 
of this year, but she left behind a legacy for all of Buffalo to be 
proud of.
  Born of Seventh Street and raised on Busti Avenue, Mrs. Masiello was 
a lifelong resident of Buffalo's Westside.
  It was here that she made her home with her husband, the late Daniel 
J. Masiello, and her seven children, including the former mayor of 
Buffalo, Anthony M. Masiello.
  Remembered as a warm and affectionate lady, by her son, Mrs. Masiello 
was a devout Catholic and enjoyed bingo and playing cards. She was also 
active in the many social, political and athletic endeavors of her 
children and grandchildren.
  Mrs. Masiello is survived by her five sons, two daughters; her 
sister, Carmella Leib; 14 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to remember and 
celebrate the life of Mrs. Masiello for her contributions to the social 
and political fabric of the City of Buffalo. I ask my colleagues to 
join me in honoring her spirit here today.

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