August 24, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1171 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

HONORING JAMES CARL Debbi and Neal’s lifelong commitment to Art was born on August 29, 1918 in Lufkin, ASCHBACHER each other and their family truly embodies Texas to parents Winnie Davis Allwine and Ar- Iowa values. As they reflect on their 50th anni- thur Earl Gaskins. He attended John Tarleton HON. JIMMY PANETTA versary, I hope it is filled with happy memo- College in Texas and joined the Reserve Offi- cers’ Training Corps. After completing two OF CALIFORNIA ries. May their commitment grow even strong- er, as they continue to love, cherish, and years at John Tarleton College, Art enlisted in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor one another for many years to come. the Army where he assumed the rank of Cor- Friday, August 24, 2018 Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple poral and was assigned to Fort Knox for ar- Mr. PANETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on their 50th year together and I wish them mored training. He was later promoted to alongside my colleague, Congresswoman many more. I ask that my colleagues in the Company Commander of the Army and sent ANNA ESHOO, to recognize the life and legacy United States House of Representatives join to Cavalry School in Fort Riley to study ad- of a beloved member of our community on the me in congratulating them on this momentous vanced tactics. He went on to serve in Europe central coast of California. James Carl occasion. during World War II and was tasked with Aschbacher passed away on April 25, 2018 f maintaining the emergency communications with his wife and several dear friends at his system for his combat division, which earned JUDGE ALLAN VOGELSON side. While his time on this earth may seem him a Bronze Star Medal. After he retired from active duty in Decem- short at 66 years, those who knew him under- ber 1946, Art lived for many years in San stand that he was someone who made the HON. DONALD NORCROSS Leandro before moving to Danville. Art was an most out of every moment given to him by fol- OF NEW JERSEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES active member of the Veterans of Foreign lowing his passion and serving his community. Wars Post 75 and a docent coordinator volun- Born October 9, 1951 in Evanston, IL, Friday, August 24, 2018 teer for the military museum at the Veterans James began his career as the proprietor of Mr. NORCROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Memorial Building of San Ramon Valley. He Atlantis FantasyWorld Comic Book Store with to honor the life and legacy of the late Honor- continued to serve his community until his un- his partner, Joe Ferrara. At the age of 40, able Judge M. Allan Vogelson of Cherry Hill, expected passing on June 17, 2018. James discovered his passion for art and gave Camden County, located in the First Congres- Art is survived by his daughter Lynne, step- up retail to pursue art full time. As many tal- sional District of the Great State of New Jer- daughter Sharon (Jeff), grandchildren Jennifer ented artists are, James was entirely self- sey, for his decades of public service. (Ross), Scott (Annabelle), Lindsay taught and quickly created a positive reputa- The Honorable Judge Vogelson served as (Kristopher), and Thomas, and his great tion for his whimsical and distinct style within the Camden County Presiding Judge for the grandchildren Jordan, Grant, Kacey, Tanner, the Santa Cruz arts community. He created Camden County Superior Court, for more than Maxwell, and Kellan. numerous amazing works of art, but was per- twelve years. For eight years, he served as He will be sincerely missed by those who haps known best for his pieces involving fig- Presiding Judge, for the Camden County Su- had the pleasure of knowing him, and will be ures and animals surrounded by magical sym- perior Court, Civil Division and subsequently remembered for his endless service to this bols. appointed to preside over the Camden County country. James also found ways to use his unique Superior Court, Chancery Division. f talents to serve his community. He was a pop- Prior to serving as Presiding Judge for the COMMENDING VIRGINIA STATE ular Open Studios artist for over 25 years, and Camden County Superior Court, Judge the Chair of the Open Studios Committee for UNIVERSITY FOR WINNING THE Vogelson served as the Assistant Prosecutor ‘HBCU OF THE YEAR’ AWARD the Arts Council of Santa Cruz County. In ad- for Camden County and in 1971 elected as a dition, he devoted himself to arts education by freeholder to the Camden County Board of HON. A. DONALD McEACHIN leading 4th and 5th grade students to create Chosen Freeholders, with tenure as the OF VIRGINIA murals at various elementary schools in Santa Freeholder Director. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Cruz County where he helped students to cre- In the community he both loved and called ate and paint their own creatures. home, Judge Vogelson served with distinction: Friday, August 24, 2018 James had a genuine love for Santa Cruz on the New Jersey State Legislature Re- Mr. MCEACHIN. Mr. Speaker, I would like to and its residents, and the feeling was mutual. appointment Committee, as a member of the take this opportunity to recognize Virginia Those of us lucky enough to have met or Camden County College Board of Trustees, State University for being named the ‘HBCU of spent time with him remember his enduring and on the Board of Trustees of the Boys & the Year’ by HBCU Digest. kindness, generosity, good humor and work Girls Club of Camden County, New Jersey. Founded in 1882, Virginia State University, ethic. In life, every day was a celebration for Judge Vogelson was a husband, father, also known as Virginia State, is a historically James. We, as a community, celebrate his grandfather, great-grandfather, forerunner, role black public land-grant university located in Et- legacy and a life well lived. Mr. Speaker, I ask model and exceptional public servant who was trick, Virginia. Virginia State was the United that my colleagues join us in honoring the life a tireless advocate for others, and is deeply States’ first fully state-supported four-year col- of James Carl Aschbacher. missed. Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join with me lege for African-Americans and is a member f in mourning the loss and honoring the legacy school of the Thurgood Marshall College of the late Honorable Judge M. Allan Fund. TRIBUTE TO DEBBI AND NEAL Virginia State is a renowned institution of NATION Vogelson. f higher learning, producing impressive, highly- qualified graduates in a variety of important HON. DAVID YOUNG RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND fields—including agriculture, education, and OF IOWA SERVICE OF ARTHUR GASKINS business. Virginia State is an acclaimed insti- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tution for attracting and retaining first-time col- lege students, helping to open opportunities to Friday, August 24, 2018 HON. MARK DeSAULNIER OF CALIFORNIA communities of color across the country and Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES expanding access to well-paying, 21st century today to recognize and honor Debbi and Neal jobs. Virginia State also boasts a variety of im- Friday, August 24, 2018 Nation of Council Bluffs, Iowa on the very spe- pressive and decorated athletic programs. cial occasion of their 50th wedding anniver- Mr. DESAULNIER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Virginia State, over its rich 116-year exist- sary. They celebrated their anniversary on to recognize the life and service of a longtime ence, has been distinguished by an impres- July 27, 2018. Danville resident, Mr. Arthur ‘Art’ Gaskins. sive and influential faculty and administration.

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Plattsburgh with the rest of the world through IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I call on my colleagues to join me in cele- greater access to international flights. brating Virginia State University’s receipt of SkyWest will also proudly take over as the Friday, August 24, 2018 this momentous award in recognition of its in- flight provider for the North Country Honor Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise valuable contributions to Virginia and the en- Flight to continue serving North Country vet- today to recognize and congratulate a special tire nation. erans and their families. Iowa church congregation in Atlantic, Iowa. f On behalf of New York’s 21st Congressional Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church cele- brated Mass to commemorate its 125th anni- District, I want to welcome SkyWest to Platts- TRIBUTE TO CLARK V. BOARD OF versary on Sunday, August 5, 2018. burgh International Airport and to the North DIRECTORS In 1870, Father Moynaghan gathered fami- Country, and wish them the best of luck as lies together and organized an Atlantic con- they begin this important service to Northern HON. DAVID YOUNG gregation. Father Edward Gaule became the New York. This connection presents a major OF IOWA first resident priest for the local parish in 1873. opportunity for the community, and I look for- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Diocese of Des Moines was formed in ward to seeing the economic development that 1911 and included southwest Iowa and Sts. Friday, August 24, 2018 it will bring to the region. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. The church Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise has been through many changes and renova- today to recognize the 150th anniversary of f tions, including new buildings, a rectory, and a Clark v. Board of Directors. The decision Clark HONORING MR. GILLIE CASTILLO Parish Center. On September 15, 2017, Fa- v. Board of Directors rejected segregation and ther Chinnappan Devaraj became the current race discrimination and helped advance civil pastor and Saints Peter and Paul Catholic rights in the United States. Drake University of Church remains one of the bedrock institutions Des Moines, Iowa will be hosting a commemo- HON. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of this Iowa town. rative celebration. OF NEW MEXICO Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate the Susan Clark, a 12-year-old African-Amer- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES members of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic ican girl was denied admission to her neigh- Church for their many years of faithful attend- borhood public school based on her race. In Friday, August 24, 2018 ance and service to God. I am proud to rep- 1868, the Iowa Supreme Court ruled in favor resent them in the United States Congress. I of Susan Clark, declaring that, ‘‘separate but Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of New know that my colleagues will join me in con- equal’’ was unconstitutional according to the Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. gratulating Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic equality provisions of the Iowa Constitution. Gillie Castillo, whose career included service Church and wishing the Church and the com- Clark v. Board of Directors is considered a to our country as well as to the City of Albu- munity of Atlantic nothing but joy in the years landmark decision made 86 years before the querque. Mr. Castillo is a beloved member of ahead. United States Supreme Court ruled in Brown our community filled with unconditional love f v. Board of Education in 1954. Russell Lovell, who makes friends everywhere he goes. DEATHS FROM GUN VIOLENCE a Drake University emeritus law professor, Born in Valencia, New Mexico in 1934, Mr. said, ‘‘Clark v. Board of Directors was one of Castillo joined the Navy in 1952 and served the most important court cases in our history. during the Korean War as well as in the years HON. ROBIN L. KELLY The decision continues to be vital and relevant that followed. Part of his service took place on OF ILLINOIS today—not only in its rejection of segregation the USS Randolph, an Essex-Class aircraft IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and racial discrimination, but also as a leading carrier. Mr. Castillo completed his service in Friday, August 24, 2018 precedent for the Iowa Supreme Court’s inde- 1955, but to this day he remains deeply proud pendent constitutional analysis.’’ to be a veteran and appreciative of his oppor- Ms. KELLY of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize the tunity to serve our country. today because Americans are dying from gun 150th anniversary of Clark v. Board of Direc- violence and this Congress continues to do tors because of the important role this deci- After returning home from the Navy, Mr. nothing. sion has played in our history to eliminate ra- Castillo married Cathy Apodaca, who he met Gun violence in America has become a cial discrimination and segregation. I ask that at a dance in 1954. The couple has been mar- daily reality in our cities, in our suburbs and in my colleagues in the United States House of ried for 63 years and has six children, 11 rural communities, yet this Republican-con- Representatives join me in celebrating this grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren. Mr. trolled Congress does nothing. monumental decision. Castillo attends St. Anne Catholic Church in Instead, my colleagues on the other side of f Albuquerque. the aisle offer their ‘thoughts and prayers’ on For years, Mr. Castillo worked for the City of social media while collecting NRA checks with CONGRATULATING SKYWEST AIR- Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Depart- zero after zero on them. LINES ON BEGINNING ITS SERV- ment. He began at the Los Altos Golf Course Let me be clear, Mr. Speaker, money has ICE AT PLATTSBURGH INTER- and went on to serve as a supervisor at the poisoned our politics with deadly results. No NATIONAL AIRPORT Arroyo Del Oso Golf Course, retiring in 1988. other peer nation sees the level of gun vio- He also supervised the building of the Puerto lence that occurs in America—perhaps be- HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK Del Oso Golf Course. Mr. Castillo’s work led cause our peer nations don’t have a gun lobby OF NEW YORK him to develop a love for golf, and he often dedicated to a dangerous and misguided ‘gun IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES played five to seven times per week. everywhere, commonsense nowhere’ agenda that kills Americans on a daily basis. Friday, August 24, 2018 Mr. Castillo’s passion for staying physically Mr. Speaker, I include in the RECORD the Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to active also extended beyond golf. He was the names of 244 Americans, from just three Con- congratulate SkyWest Airlines on beginning its coach of many of his son’s baseball teams gressional districts: Pennsylvania’s 17th Con- round-trip service between Plattsburgh, New and attended all of his grandchildren’s softball gressional District, North Carolina’s 13th Con- York, and Washington Dulles. games. He also played and umpired in many gressional District and North Dakota’s At- On March 20, 2018, SkyWest won approval senior softball leagues himself. Large Congressional District, who’ve been lost from the U.S. Department of Transportation to Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States to gun violence in recent years. become the new Essential Air Services Pro- and the City Albuquerque, I want to thank Mr. PENNSYLVANIA’S 17TH DISTRICT vider at Plattsburgh International Airport. Gillie Castillo for his valuable service to our 1. Michael Davis SkyWest, branded as United Express, will country and community, as well as for his 2. Sharae Thompson offer 12 round-trip flights a week to and from friendship. 3. Xander Thompson, 3

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