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HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF BERNARD J. MAHONEY
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HON. JOHN KATKO
of new york
in the house of representatives
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
Mr. KATKO. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor and celebrate the life of Bernard J. Mahoney, a dedicated and longtime public servant, a gifted attorney and businessman, and a devoted and loving husband and father who passed away on July 19, 2022.
Bernie was a beloved member of the Central New York community and served in the Syracuse Common Council and in the New York State Assembly. He attended Saint Anthony's School, Christian Brothers Academy, and graduated from Le Moyne College. He attended Syracuse University College of Law and practiced law at the Mackenzie Law Firm. He also was employed by IBM and used that experience to start Niagara Computer Sales, Inc. Bernie also served his country in the U.S. Army at Ladd Army Airfield in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Bernie won his bid to serve in the Syracuse Common Council as Councilor-at-large in 1977 and served ten years in that seat. He returned to the Council in 1990 as a Representative for the 3rd District. Bernie won a seat in the New York State Assembly in 1994 and served two terms. His daughter, Joanie Mahoney, followed in his footsteps and served on the Syracuse Common Council and as County Executive for Onondaga County.
Bernie Mahoney was a fixture in Central New York politics, a friend to all who knew him, and a public servant in the truest sense. He instilled these values in his daughter, as they both cared deeply for the community they served and were both trusted confidants and dear friends of my family.
Outside of his work, Bernie was a devoted father, grandfather, and active member of Most Holy Rosary Church. In celebration of his proud Irish heritage, Bernie and his daughter, Joanie served as co-Grand Marshalls of the 2019 Syracuse Saint Patrick's Day Parade. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Joanne, their 9 children, and 17 grandchildren.
Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues in the House join me in remembering Bernard J. Mahoney, honoring his many years of selfless public service, and to keep him and his family in mind as we remember his many contributions to the Central New York community.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 124(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 124(2)
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