HONORING THE LIFE OF GERARD J. "JERRY" JONAS, JR.

On 2026-08-13, Representative Brian K. Fitzpatrick (R-PA-1) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING THE LIFE OF GERARD J. "JERRY" JONAS, JR." in the House.

HONORING THE LIFE OF GERARD J. "JERRY" JONAS, JR.

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 132 (Thursday, August 13, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E785] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING THE LIFE OF GERARD J. ``JERRY'' JONAS, JR. ______ HON. BRIAN K. FITZPATRICK of pennsylvania in the house of representatives Thursday, August 13, 2026 Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Gerard J. ``Jerry'' Jonas, Jr., of Levittown, Pennsylvania, who passed away on July 11, 2026, at the age of 95. Jerry Jonas was a proud United States Marine Corps veteran who served with distinction during the Korean War, earning a battlefield promotion to Sergeant. Following his military service, he built a remarkable career as a technical writer supporting the early U.S. space program, an advertising executive, sports promoter, and award-winning newspaper columnist whose writing enriched the Bucks County community for more than three decades. A devoted husband, father, parish volunteer, and community leader, Jerry dedicated countless hours to coaching youth sports, supporting his church, and advocating for fellow veterans. Jerry's legacy is one of patriotism, faith, generosity, and unwavering devotion to his family and community. He is survived by his six children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family, who carry forward the values he exemplified throughout his extraordinary life. On behalf of the United States Congress, I extend my deepest condolences to the Jonas family and join them in celebrating the life of a man who served his Nation and community with honor and distinction. May his memory continue to inspire all who knew him. ____________________