“I want to say some good things about Howard Pierson. He lived in my area. He did sports and taught young people. People liked him. He died recently. My thoughts are with his family.”

“I am honoring Howard Pierson, who died at age 91. He served in the Army, played professional baseball, and spent over 30 years teaching and coaching college sports in our community. I send my condolences to his family.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Howard Pierson, a beloved lifelong resident of Nyack, who passed away peacefully at the end of July at the age of 91. For decades, Howard was a cherished member of our community, dedicating his life to his faith, family, and inspiring those around him. A graduate of Tappan Zee High School, he earned 13 varsity letters in four sports before playing baseball at Manhattan College and signing with the Philadelphia Phillies. After serving in the United States Army, Howard returned home and spent more than three decades educating and mentoring young people in Rockland County. At Rockland Community College, he taught, coached, and served as athletic director for 15 years. His golf teams won 21 conference championships, and in 1980, Howard became the first African American to win the Metropolitan Golf Association's Amateur Championship. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Dorothea; his family; and all who knew and loved him. Mr. Speaker, may he rest in peace.”