[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 12008]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


                         HONORING ALLAN WERBOW

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 22, 2013

  Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the extraordinary 
legacy of Allan Werbow, who is retiring from his position as Executive 
Director of Temple Beth Tzedek of Amherst, New York, and one of its 
predecessors, Temple Shaarey Zedek, known as the ``congregation.'' 
after dedicating over 27 years of service to the synagogue.
   A constant presence through the educational programs and activities 
taking place at the synagogue, Allan has built a reputation as the face 
of Temple Beth Tzedek.
   In addition to his work with the synagogue's programming, Allan 
ensured its physical structure was kept in peak condition, presenting a 
positive face for all who used its resources. As Executive Director, 
Allan kept the congregation operating efficiently for 27 years.
   Allan has been a member of Temple Beth Tzedek and its predecessors 
for more than 45 years. Prior to his duties as Executive Director, he 
was an active volunteer, committee member and chair, and officer. In 
recognition of his extraordinary service, Allan has been named 
Executive Director Emeritus of Temple Beth Tzedek.
   Allan's love for his congregation is equaled only by his love of his 
family. Allan and his wife Myra have raised three sons, Ellis, Michael, 
and John and have four grandchildren as well as two step grandchildren 
and have fostered many children over the past 40 years. They are both 
exemplary members of their community and their service is worthy of 
recognition.
   Mr. Speaker, I thank you for allowing me a few moments to recognize 
the incredible legacy of Allan Werbow. I am inspired by his boundless 
capacity for love and devotion to his family and Temple Beth Tzedek. I 
wish him, his family, and his congregation the best in all their future 
endeavors.

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