[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 6]
[HOU]
[Pages 7669-7670]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM THOMAS KIRCHHOFF, JR.

  (Mr. PERRY asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. PERRY. Mr. Speaker, today, I pay homage to the legacy of a man 
who not only resided in Pennsylvania's Fourth Congressional District, 
but much more importantly, a man who served the Commonwealth and our 
Nation with pride, as an exemplary businessman, phenomenal athlete, and 
true patriot.
  William Thomas Kirchhoff, Jr., was a standout quarterback for 
Lafayette College, eventually being inducted into their hall of fame. 
After college, Tom continued on to the NFL, being signed by the 
Philadelphia Eagles.
  While he is known in Pennsylvania as a great athlete, Tom is know by 
his family and community as a great man.

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His fierce quest to live a full life and raise a happy family, despite 
his struggle with ALS, is beyond inspirational. In fact, his attitude 
and drive should inspire every citizen to live fully, completely, and 
with a purpose, despite the challenges that may confront them.
  Tom physically may have left us on March 10, 2015, but his soul, 
spirit, and legacy will endure. To his devoted wife, Staci, and their 
four children--Tommy, Sam, Brynley, and Ty--on behalf of the 
Commonwealth and the Nation, thank you. Thank you for sharing Tom's all 
too short but extremely meaningful life with us.
  I am truly honored and humbled to be even a small part of the 
recognition of a truly great American.
  Tom, we wish you Godspeed.

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