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REMEMBERING LOUIS J. FRANCHIMON
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HON. JOHN GARAMENDI
of california
in the house of representatives
Friday, October 21, 2022
Mr. GARAMENDI. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and lasting contributions of Louis J. Franchimon. Passing away at the age of 84, Mr. Franchimon leaves behind an indelible legacy in the labor community throughout the Bay Area.
Mr. Franchimon was born on March 12, 1938, in the Netherlands. At a young age, Mr. Franchimon and his family immigrated to the United States for his father's work with the Dutch Embassy in Washington, D.C. Throughout his career, Mr. Franchimon developed a passion for bettering the working conditions and furthering the development of proper training, organized labor, and fair compensation for working people in construction. His ceaseless devotion to this work throughout the Bay Area, especially in Napa and Solano counties, earned him the admiration of his community as well as numerous accolades. As a lifelong advocate, Mr. Franchimon greatly benefitted the labor community in Northern California through his tireless efforts.
Through his passion and advocacy, Mr. Franchimon left a lasting impact on the community. His significant legacy is commemorated in the annual ``Lou Franchimon Lifetime Achievement Award'' awarded by the Napa Solano Central Labor Council. In 2012, Mr. Franchimon received the first of this award, the highest honor given by the Council to date. It is now awarded each year to a worthy recipient who embodies Mr. Franchimon's devotion to defending and bettering the labor movement.
Mr. Franchimon is survived by his two sisters, three children, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and a community that will miss his enduring spirit. I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to Mr. Franchimon's loved ones. I know that they, along with the entire Bay Area community, join me in celebrating his life and legacy.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 166(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 166(2)
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