Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and service of Allen ``Al'' Pingee of Lewis Run. Al passed away on Tuesday, April 23, at his home, surrounded by his family. Al was a McKean County commissioner at the time of his death, and I flew a flag over the United States Capitol to be presented to Al's family and his colleagues. Prior to becoming a commissioner, Al was a member of the city of Bradford professional firefighters and retired as a captain in 1988. He then served as Bradford Township supervisor for 14 years, 11 of those years as chairman. Al was a proud Vietnam veteran. He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and was honorably discharged as a corporal in September 1970. Mr. Speaker, Al Pingee has served his Nation and his community. Above all else, he was a family man, a loving husband of 36 years to his wife, Deborah, and father to his four children, Andy, Scott, Jeff, and Jodie. He was a grandfather, a brother, and a friend to many. We remember Al Pingee for his exceptional service to others. May he rest in peace. Recognizing National Dairy Month”