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| Governor Rendell Mourns Death of Sen. James Rhoades
Death of Sen. James Rhoades
HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct 18, 2008 /PRNewswire-USNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Governor Edward G. Rendell today issued the following statement upon learning the news that state Sen. James J. Rhoades died today from injuries suffered last night in an automobile accident:
"Jim's passing is a tremendous loss for Pennsylvania. He was a great person and a tremendous fighter for school children in the commonwealth. No one cared more about advancing education in Pennsylvania than Jim. He will be missed.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with Jim's family, especially his wife, Mary Edith, who was riding in the car when the accident happened."
The Rendell administration is committed to creating a first-rate public education system, protecting our most vulnerable citizens and continuing economic investment to support our communities and businesses. To find out more about Governor Rendell's initiatives and to sign up for his weekly newsletter, visit www.governor.state.pa.us.
In Memory of Senator James J. Rhoades 
1941 - 2008 Statement from Senate President Pro Tempore Joe Scarnati and Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi Regarding Senator James J. Rhoades
Jim Rhoades was a remarkable man, and a true friend. It is impossible to properly express how much we will miss him personally, and how much the Senate of Pennsylvania will miss his presence.
Jim was a one-of-a-kind senator. His down-to-earth approach to solving problems reflected his roots in Schuylkill County. His experience as a teacher and coach at Pottsville and Mahanoy City High Schools, and as the principal of Mahanoy Area Junior High School, permeated every decision he made as a senator.
As the chairman of the Senate Education Committee, Jim was a statewide leader on education issues. He was a part of every major education initiative in recent history. Senator Rhoades’ legacy includes the Pennsylvania Safe Schools Act, the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletics Accountability Act, and the Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program.
Jim’s hard work extended to other areas, as well. With his booming voice, he always spoke forcefully while fighting for his constituents. This session, he successfully pushed for an expansion of PACE and PACENET benefits. He was a leader on many issues impacting the economy and the lives of working Pennsylvanians.
Without Senator Rhoades, there will be a large void in the Senate of Pennsylvania. We extend our deep sympathy to Jim’s family and friends.
Mr. Rhoades was from our little town of Mahanoy City, his Wife, who is still in critical condition was my Nephews teacher. He was a wonderful man who did everything in his power to better education. God be with his Wife and family.
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