CHERRY HILL, NJ – U.S. Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) issued the following statement on the passing of NJ State Senator Jim Whelan:

"I am deeply saddened by the passing of my friend, Senator Jim Whelan. 

"I had the honor of working with Jim for years both as a labor advocate and a fellow state legislator, and always knew him to be honest, hard working, thoughtful and sincere. 

"Jim will, of course, be remembered as a fierce and greatly successful advocate for Atlantic City and the entire Jersey Shore. His colleagues will also remember his dry wit, good nature and competitive spirit, especially when it came to his beloved local sports teams and the students he mentored. Most importantly, he was a devoted husband and father to his wife Kathy and son Richard. 

"Jim was a true gentleman, and he will be sorely missed." 

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Contact: Ally Kehoe, Communications Director
ally.kehoe@mail.house.gov