Several Township Committee members responded to a request for comment on the death of Rep. Donald Payne, congressman from the 10th District and Maplewood’s representative in Washington, D.C.
Payne, 77, lost a battle with colon cancer and had been New Jersey’s first African-American elected to Congress.
TC comments are below:
Jerry Ryan – “More than just a good representative, Donald was a good man. I'm sorry for this loss, and hope that his family's comforted by the wonderful memories of all that he was.”
Marlon Brownlee – “I was very saddened to hear of the death of Congressman Donald Payne this morning. He was a tireless advocate for human rights around the world and I was proud to have him as my representative in Congress. He was a man whose commitment to public service I definitely admired. I had the pleasure of meeting him on a number of occasions and he was always a true gentleman as well. He and his family are in my prayers....may he rest in peace.”
Kathy Leventhal - “A truly great public servant whose spirit will live on.”
India Larrier – “I was saddened to hear of Donald Payne's passing. The Congressman set a very high bar. He was a compassionate, savvy and principled statesman. I will remember him for his tireless and lengthy effort on behalf of the communities he represented, as well as those people in need across the country and around the world. I know, personally, that he was a mentor and positive role model to countless people. He will be greatly missed and never matched. His family and his staff have my prayers and condolences.”
Mayor Vic De Luca has yet to respond to a request for comment.
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