Congressman Larson Mourns Loss of Anthony Savino

Press release from U.S. Rep. John Larson:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman John B. Larson (CT-01) issued thefollowing statement today on the passing of Anthony Savino of Bristol, Connecticut.
"The passing of Tony Savino is a profound loss for the City of Bristol, the State of Connecticut. It is also a great loss for my office and for me personally."
"Tony was a tireless public servant with impeccable character. He always thought of others first. In any situation of need, he was the first to try to figure out a way to help. He earned the respect of everyone he encountered.
"Tony's record of public service is one of the most impressive I can remember. He served 40 years in the U.S. Army and Connecticut ArmyNational Guard. For the last 16 years of his military service, he was the state Command Sergeant Major -- the highest ranking enlisted Soldier of the Connecticut National Guard. He set the standard for training and helped many of the state's soldiers become great leaders.
"For all ofhis military service, Tony was rightfully inducted into the ConnecticutVeterans Hall of Fame in March 2007.
"Tony volunteered and served countless hours leading community effortswith the Bristol Town Council, Bristol Veterans Council, AmericanLegion, Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Veterans of Foreign Wars(VFW), AMVETS, the Bristol Community Organization, the Bristol Adult Resource center and my office's 1st Congressional District Military Academy Nomination review board. Tony was one of the most respected and dedicated men I have had the opportunity to work with, from his time working for the Central Connecticut Regional Planning Agency to the community issues in Bristolto which he dedicated himself.
"My thoughts and prayers are with Tony's wife, Deana, daughter Cathy, son Tony Jr. and the entire Savino family. I hope it is a comfort to them that so many people mourn their loss and are praying for them at this sad time."

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