Statement of Governor Chris Christie on the Passing of Congressman Bob Franks

For Immediate Release                                                             

Saturday, April 10, 2010                                                                               

Trenton, NJ – Today Governor Chris Christie issued the following statement:

“Bob Franks was an American Patriot.  Bob loved his country, he loved New Jersey, he loved public service and he loved his family.

“Not only was Bob a great Assemblyman and Congressman, but he was also an outstanding political leader for the Republican Party.  He provided tireless leadership to our party and our state and, as a result, trained his successors—the next generation of New Jersey’s and America’s public servants.  He saw that as part of his duty as a leader and it was truly one of the joys of his life.

“Mary Pat and I are truly saddened by the tragedy of his passing and the inconceivable void it leaves for Fran and their three beautiful children.  We will be praying for them and we ask all New Jerseyans to pray for Bob and his family during this extraordinarily sad time.”