State of Connecticut

In Memoriam

Be it hereby known to all that:

The Connecticut General Assembly extends its sincerest condolences and expressions of sympathy to:

Joelle Fishman and Family

On the passing of:

Art Perlo, a dearly iconic community activist. Art also affectionately known as our “Gentle Giant” was a multi-layered freedom fighter who danced ever-so-gallantly on the battle field of life. During his journey he blessed the oppressed with his fearless and relentless persuasion to change the direction of those who have been historically left behind. We humbly and emphatically salute him for his courageous and unrelenting resistance on behalf of those he lifted as he climbed. May his memory and legacy forever be a blessing and a beacon of light.

Introduced by: Representative Robyn A. Porter, 94^th District, Senator Gary Winfield, 10^th District

Given this 26^th day of February 2022

Signed:

Senator Martin M. Looney, President Pro Tempore

Representative Matt Ritter, Speaker of the House

Denise W. Merrill, Secretary of the State