E922 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 2, 2020 IN RECOGNITION OF THE FIRST offer my condolences to his family and friends gia) as they advocate for the Latino commu- ANNIVERSARY OF THE CUSTARD as they grieve the loss of a great man. He will nity, work to increase civic participation, pro- COMPANY be fondly remembered by all. vide immediate relief to the most vulnerable f communities and build grassroots organiza- HON. tions. Gigi has over 20 years of experience CONGRESSIONAL COMMENDATION working for both nonprofit and for-profit spaces OF MICHIGAN HONORING HISPANIC HERITAGE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as a social entrepreneur. In 2018, she was the MONTH recipient of the NFL Hispanic Heritage Leader- Friday, October 2, 2020 ship award and was recognized as a Woman Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise HON. LUCY McBATH of Inspiration by the Atlanta Dream. In the today to offer my heartfelt congratulations to OF GEORGIA same year, she was named one of the 50 The Custard Company on celebrating its first IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Most Influential Latinos in Georgia. Gigi has anniversary. This milestone is worthy of com- Friday, October 2, 2020 participated on numerous boards including the mendation. Mrs. MCBATH. Madam Speaker, I rise today Center for Pan-Asian Community Services and The Custard Company is an ice cream shop in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Every the Feminist Health Center. She is also a located in Downtown Dearborn. Although only year from September 15 to October 15, the member of the ARC Global Voices Panel. Ad- one year old, the Custard Company has al- history and culture of Americans who are from ditionally, Gigi was the Georgia Awardee of ready become a local favorite. The institution or have ancestors from Spain, Mexico, the the TUMI USA Entrepreneur Award, which has established a stellar reputation throughout Caribbean, and Central and South America is recognizes Peruvian immigrants for their civic the community and endeavors to continue recognized and celebrated. This observation contributions. Gigi’s roots are from Lima, Peru building meaningful and lasting connections was first established as Hispanic Heritage and she currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia. with customers. The company prides itself on Week under President Lyndon Johnson in Santiago Marquez is the CEO of the Latin creating high-quality treats and ice cream cre- 1968 and President Ronald Reagan expanded American Association (LAA). Marquez has ations including frozen custard, milkshakes, the observance to a full month in 1988. This held many impressive positions, including the flurries, sundaes, and the cookie monster thirty-day period encapsulates many celebra- Director of Employment and Housing for the sandwich, to name a few. tions of independence for Latin American Latin American Association, which was the In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, countries. September 15 is the anniversary of first housing department to focus on Hispanics the first anniversary of the Custard Company independence for Costa Rica, El Salvador, in Atlanta. He was also the Director of Latino has given our community a reason to cele- Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Mexico Outreach at the Boys and Girls Clubs of brate. Its vibrant environment, dedicated staff, and Chile also celebrate their independence America. He began working with the Georgia and delectable treats have drawn friends and days on September 16 and September 18. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce in 2008 and families together and make all feel welcome. Our great nation would not be the same has since served as President and CEO. In The Custard Company’s demonstrated com- without the profound influence of Hispanic 2014, Santiago received an award from the mitment to serving Dearborn and all those in Americans across the country. Men and National Diversity Council. He has served on it is immensely appreciated, and we are con- women from numerous countries have come multiple boards across Atlanta, including the fident the institution will continue to thrive in to the United States in search of a better life Aurora Theatre and the WellStar Atlanta Com- the years to come. for themselves and their families. In turn, their munity Board. He is also an alumnus of Lead- Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join contributions have brought new ideas, new ership Atlanta and the Buckhead Business me in celebrating The Custard Company’s first cuisines, new cultures to us all, and their pres- Leadership Class. Santiago was born in Cuba anniversary. Congratulations on a successful ence here has created a more prosperous na- but now lives in Atlanta with his wife and two year, and best wishes for continued success tion for all Americans. Guided by the promise daughters. in the years ahead. of freedom and the chance to participate in Vanessa Kosky was just recently appointed f the unique American experiment in democ- to be an associate judge of the city of racy, some of these individuals arrived with Doraville, and she will be the city’s first Latina REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF MR. nothing but the clothes on their back and the judge. A graduate of John Marshall Law JERRY KANE hope of a better tomorrow. Hispanic Ameri- School, she was admitted to the State Bar of cans have had influence on practically every Georgia in October of 2007. She is also a HON. MICHAEL CLOUD part of American history, from politics to sports member of the Georgia Association of Crimi- OF to sciences. Every day I am proud of their nal Defense Lawyers, the National Association IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES countless contributions to our country’s story, of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Amer- and I would like to take this month to honor ican Immigration Lawyer Association. Vanessa Friday, October 2, 2020 the crucial role that Hispanic Americans play has worked as the owner of her general prac- Mr. CLOUD. Madam Speaker, I rise today in our society, and in Georgia’s Sixth Congres- tice law firm for criminal defense, family law, to honor the memory of Mr. Jerry Kane, a sional District in particular. and immigration defense since 2009. She was giant in the Corpus Christi community, who The Hispanic community in Georgia is vi- a recognized mentor in the Georgia State passed away on September 24th, 2020. A brant and continues to grow significantly. I am Bar’s Transition into the Practice of Law Pro- prominent businessman, public servant, and proud to stand up and fight for the men and gram for many years and has been recog- family man, Jerry was well-known and well- women who have contributed so much to our nized for her work by the Atlanta Legal Aid loved in our part of Texas. His family emi- communities each day. Hispanic Americans Society and the Gwinnett Pro Bono Project. grated here after World War II from Czecho- help contribute to what makes this nation re- During her many years practicing the law, she slovakia, where his parents survived the Holo- markable, and I am honored to lift up the has also participated in several teaching en- caust and fought for the freedom of their peo- voices of those who have selflessly dedicated gagements in both English and Spanish lan- ple. their lives to building up themselves, their guage courses. Vanessa lives in Tucker and Jerry spent many years in the family meat- community, and this country. During these un- continues to represent and speak up for peo- packing business, and during his time as precedented times, we must work harder than ple in her community every day. President and CEO, he moved the company ever to respect and encourage the diversity of It is my distinct honor and privilege to recog- forward through innovation and pioneering our nation. I am routinely impressed by spirit nize three of the many Hispanic Americans new technologies. He was also a tremendous of service and leadership displayed by His- who work hard every day to make a difference public servant for both the city of Corpus panic Americans in my district who work hard in the lives of others in Georgia’s Sixth Con- Christi and the state of Texas, serving on the to give back to their own communities. Their gressional District. As we continue to cele- Regional Water Task Force, the Governors work should be recognized every day, but par- brate the observation of Hispanic Heritage Committee for Disaster Recovery and Re- ticularly during Hispanic Heritage month. Month, may we recommit to the spirit of serv- newal, and the Texas Board of Human Serv- Therefore, I am honored to highlight three pro- ice demonstrated by these individuals and the ices. fessionals who deserve special recognition: many others whose stories have yet to be Most importantly, Jerry was a devoted fam- Gilda ‘‘Gigi’’ Pedraza, Santiago Marquez, and told. On behalf of myself, the Sixth Congres- ily man. He especially loved spending time Vanessa Kosky. sional District of Georgia, and the United with his grandchildren, and was known for Gilda ‘‘Gigi’’ Pedraza and her team at the States House of Representatives, I am proud being friendly, caring, and always helpful. I Latino Community Fund—Georgia (LCF Geor- to join in the celebration of Hispanic Heritage

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:08 Oct 03, 2020 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A02OC8.022 E02OCPT1 rfrederick on DSKBCBPHB2PROD with REMARKS October 2, 2020 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E923 Month. In telling the stories of community VFW Post 334 is committed to making a dif- Dye received the Donald Ross Award from members like Gigi, Santiago, and Vanessa, ference in the lives of veterans who answered the American Society of Golf Course Archi- we celebrate the power of our Hispanic com- the call to serve. By praying for those de- tects in 1995; the 2003 Old Tom Morris Award munity in Georgia. As a representative of our ployed, supporting their families at home, and from the Golf Course Superintendents Asso- state, I will continue to champion their values honoring those who are no longer with us, ciation of America; 2004 Distinguished Service of strength, service, and patriotism every day. VFW members strengthen the bonds that con- Award from the PGA of America; and 2005 f nect them back to their service. PGA TOUR Lifetime Achievement Award. In For its work, VFW Post 334 was recognized 2008, Pete Dye became just the fifth golf ar- HONORING JONATHAN ‘‘J.T.’’ in 2019 as a Michigan All-State Post for the chitect to be inducted into the World Golf Hall TENNANT third year in a row. of Fame. Most recently, it was awarded the Diamond Along with his world-renowned golf courses HON. EARL L. ‘‘BUDDY’’ CARTER Jubilee Award, given to VFW Charters that and talent for the game of golf, Pete was also OF GEORGIA have demonstrated exceptional service for a loving husband and father. Alice, his wife IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES three-quarters of a century. and design partner of 68 years preceded him In closing, I want to thank Quartermaster in death. He is survived by his two sons both Friday, October 2, 2020 Chuck Haskin, Senior Vice Commander of whom carry on the golf course design leg- Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, Randy Stetson, and Post Commander Jim acy: Perry and his wife Ann and P.B. and his I rise today to honor 20-year veteran harbor Hubbard for their leadership and service to the wife Jean. He is also survived by two grand- pilot Jonathan ‘‘J.T.’’ Tennant of Brunswick, North Oakland community. children and two greatgrandchildren. On be- Georgia, who played a pivotal role in ensuring The spirit of VFW Post 334 can be found in half of the Fifth District I extend my deepest the safety of all crewmembers aboard the the closing words of the Commander’s mes- condolences to the Dye family. The people of Golden Ray carrier when it shipwrecked over sage on their web page: ‘‘We honor the dead Indiana and golfers throughout the entire world a year ago on September 8, 2019. by helping the living.’’ will miss Pete, but his courses and legacy will If you visit St. Simons Island in Georgia’s I congratulate VFW Post 334 on a success- live on. First District, it’s hard to miss the Golden Ray, ful 75 years and wish them all the best in the which is a 656-foot-long car carrier that re- next 75 years to come. f mains capsized on the St. Simons Sound. f As the investigation into the incident by the TRIBUTE TO JAI RAJAGOPAL U.S. Coast Guard and the National Transpor- HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY tation Safety Board continues, we’ve been OF GOLF LEGEND, PETE DYE able to gain valuable insight from crew- HON. members and others involved. HON. SUSAN W. BROOKS OF COLORADO Although he had steered a city block-sized OF INDIANA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cargo ship from the Brunswick River to the St. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, October 2, 2020 Simons Sound several thousand times, noth- ing could have prepared J.T. for what hap- Friday, October 2, 2020 Mr. NEGUSE. Madam Speaker, I rise today pened the morning of September 8. The Gold- Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Madam Speaker, for Jai Rajagopal, a beloved son, brother, en Ray was sailing normally, but the rudder I rise today to honor the life and legacy of leg- friend, and organizer who is lost to us far and the propeller came up out of the water to endary golf course designer Pete Dye. Pete, soon. On behalf of so many who loved Jai, I where J.T. had no operational control of the along with his wife Alice, spent a career de- stand here to mourn. vessel and it started capsizing rapidly. signing some of the most difficult and well- Jai was not your ordinary young person, nor He endured flames melting the steel and known golf courses across this country and community member: he was outstanding in ev- smoke emanating airboxes the entire length of the world. This included Crooked Stick Golf erything he did. When he was only-just old the ship. A testament to his extensive experi- Club in Carmel, Indiana, where they had a enough to vote, Jai dedicated himself to civic ence piloting more than 5,000 ships in and out home on the 18th hole. The Fifth District, the engagement, beginning with that time honored of the Port of Brunswick, J.T. drove the Gold- State of Indiana and golfers across the nation tradition of progress in our nation: voter reg- en Ray as far up on the Sound as possible join his family and friends to mourn the loss of istration. When he was 19, he worked on my that day to ensure all 23 mariners aboard Pete Dye. campaign for Congress, where he was adored were saved and rescued. Pete Dye grew up in Urbana, Ohio, and by and inspiring to every member of that When you see the giant cargo ship in the learned to play golf on a nine-hole course, Ur- team, myself included. I am a member of Con- sound and realize there was no loss of life, it bana Country Club, that his father, Paul Dye— gress today, because of Jai. is nothing short of a miracle and a testament a bar owner, insurance agent and post- Ever since, Jai worked ceaselessly for can- to the hard-working crew—including J.T. master—built after becoming obsessed with didates, for causes, for the Colorado state leg- Although it is an unfortunate situation, I am the game. Dye went on to become a high islature, even running for office himself. He thankful for the courage and determination school state champion in Ohio and the Indiana was seemingly never short of energy for the J.T. and the entire crew displayed that day. State Amateur champion in 1958. He com- things he believed in. His impacts on our com- f peted in six U.S. Amateurs and even in the munity will be felt for years to come. 1957 U.S. Open. Along with being a talented HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVER- And, let me tell you, to see Jai’s passion for golfer, Dye became a successful life insurance our nation’s progress, in engaging other young SARY OF NORTH OAKLAND VFW salesman however, both his and Alice’s pas- POST 334 folks in the democracy his generation is inher- sion for golf led them to golf course design. iting, it was literally awe-inspiring. He was bril- Their first course, the nine hole El Dorado liant, full-hearted, and courageous, and it was HON. course, was built south of Indianapolis. an honor to know him. Dye went on to design courses in dozens of OF MICHIGAN Through endless willpower and dedication, states across the country and in a dozen for- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jai moved mountains, motivated through the eign countries. Many of his courses have been assured belief that people were always, al- Friday, October 2, 2020 home to multiple PGA Tour events with some ways worth fighting for. Ms. SLOTKIN. Madam Speaker, today, I of the best players in the world trying to figure rise to celebrate the 75th anniversary of VFW out the difficult slopes, sand traps and greens. I count myself incredibly lucky to have Post 334 in Oxford, Michigan. Dye was responsible for the design of The known Jai. I share my deepest condolences Since its founding, VFW Post 334 has Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass in Florida, with Jai’s mother and brother, to whom he al- served the local community in Oxford. Wheth- home of the iconic ‘‘island green’’ on the 17th ways credited his intelligence and motivation: er it’s their shelf at the Oxford/Orion FISH food hole and is one of the most famous of his de- my thoughts and prayers are with you. pantry, a float in the annual Christmas parade, signs. Dye is well known and respected To all that are mourning Jai, let his memory or maintaining the local veterans’ memorial, throughout the entire golf community, from be your motivation in the continued fight for Oxford residents can count on VFW Post 334 recreational golfers to the world’s best which justice. to show up and care. landed him multiple honors and awards. Rest peacefully, my brother.

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