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HONORING ANTHONY "TONY" R. PITTMAN, SR.

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On 2026-01-20, Representative Donald Norcross (D-NJ-1) delivered a floor speech titled "HONORING ANTHONY "TONY" R. PITTMAN, SR." in the House.

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Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E54] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING ANTHONY ``TONY'' R. PITTMAN, SR. _____ HON. DONALD NORCROSS of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Mr. NORCROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Anthony ``Tony'' R. Pittman, Sr., who was born on May 8, 1948, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. He was raised in Cranford, New Jersey, where he attended school and formed long lasting friendships, including the love of his life Brenda Brown. After graduating from high school, he answered the call to serve his country enlisting in the United States Air Force, where he was stationed in Korea. Following his deployment, Anthony R. Pittman, Sr. married Brenda Brown and together built a life centered on love and family. Together, they welcomed three children while living in Landover, Maryland where he worked for NASA. Ultimately, the family relocated and settled in Willingboro, New Jersey, where Anthony worked for Lockheed Martin and retired after dedicating himself to the company for 36 years. Anthony R. Pittman, Sr. will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his quiet strength, and his unwavering love for those closest to him. His legacy will continue through the generations he so deeply cherished. Today, Anthony R. Pittman, Sr. is survived by his brothers, Cary Pittman, III and Charles Pittman, with whom he shared a life-long bond; his three adoring children, Anthony Pittman, Jr. (Tess), Leslie Pittman, and Michael Pittman (Meredith); and was a proud and loving grandfather to Nicole (Anthony), Ian (Alyssa), Cameron (Jesse), Julian, and Patrick; a cherished great-grandfather to Hayes and was predeceased by his beloved wife, Brenda Brown; his parents, Cary and Margaret Pittman; and his sisters, Gloria Brown and Gwendolyn ``Mickey'' Pittman. Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in honoring and commending Anthony R. Pittman, Sr., a man dedicated to both his family and country and who has thoroughly served them both to the best of his ability. I extend sincerest condolences for a life well lived. ____________________

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HONORING ANTHONY "TONY" R. PITTMAN, SR. Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E54] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] HONORING ANTHONY ``TONY'' R. PITTMAN, SR. _____ HON. DONALD NORCROSS of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Mr. NORCROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Anthony ``Tony'' R. Pittman, Sr., who was born on May 8, 1948, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. He was raised in Cranford, New Jersey, where he attended school and formed long lasting friendships, including the love of his life Brenda Brown. After graduating from high school, he answered the call to serve his country enlisting in the United States Air Force, where he was stationed in Korea. Following his deployment, Anthony R. Pittman, Sr. married Brenda Brown and together built a life centered on love and family. Together, they welcomed three children while living in Landover, Maryland where he worked for NASA. Ultimately, the family relocated and settled in Willingboro, New Jersey, where Anthony worked for Lockheed Martin and retired after dedicating himself to the company for 36 years. Anthony R. Pittman, Sr. will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his quiet strength, and his unwavering love for those closest to him. His legacy will continue through the generations he so deeply cherished. Today, Anthony R. Pittman, Sr. is survived by his brothers, Cary Pittman, III and Charles Pittman, with whom he shared a life-long bond; his three adoring children, Anthony Pittman, Jr. (Tess), Leslie Pittman, and Michael Pittman (Meredith); and was a proud and loving grandfather to Nicole (Anthony), Ian (Alyssa), Cameron (Jesse), Julian, and Patrick; a cherished great-grandfather to Hayes and was predeceased by his beloved wife, Brenda Brown; his parents, Cary and Margaret Pittman; and his sisters, Gloria Brown and Gwendolyn ``Mickey'' Pittman. Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in honoring and commending Anthony R. Pittman, Sr., a man dedicated to both his family and country and who has thoroughly served them both to the best of his ability. I extend sincerest condolences for a life well lived. ____________________