Speaker Heastie Statement on the Passing of George Gresham

I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my dear friend and constituent George Gresham. For decades, George was a vital voice in the progressive movement in our state. A man who started out working in housekeeping at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital and working his way to MRI technologist, he worked his way up through the ranks of 1199SEIU. As president of 1199SEIU United Healthcare Workers East, he was steadfast in getting his union brothers and sister the fair wages, benefits and continuing education they deserved, while fighting for social justice across our state and our country.

While we will miss his voice and his advocacy, I know that I will miss his friendship. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones, and I offer my deepest condolences to them at this time.