Mr. President. I rise today to pay tribute to a man respected and loved throughout Connecticut for his enduring commitment to his community and his truly noble character. James Grotes life ended 100 years after it began in Chester. CT. on January 11. 1992. A good friend to me and to my family. Jim was the son of Italian immigrants and the progenitor of 50 American offspring. At the time of his death. Jim had achieved unparalleled stature in his community. His life was uniquely an American tale. sounding in patriotism and activism. colored by devotion and joy. rich in crusty anecdotes that only a centinarian. who loved life the way Jim did. could harvest.
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