Oct. 10, 2022
HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania House Majority Leader Kerry Benninghoff (R-Centre/Mifflin) issued the following statement of condolence following the death of state Rep. Tony DeLuca (D-Allegheny):
“I am saddened over the news of the passing of my friend, Rep. Tony DeLuca. In the years we served together in the Pennsylvania House, I always enjoyed his light-hearted manner and respected his thoughtful approach to legislating.
“Tony was always dedicated to his constituents and understood the art of working across the aisle to achieve the best results for the people he represented, and the people of Pennsylvania. Personally, we worked together to raise awareness for cancer treatments and education.
“As one of the longest-serving members of the House, Tony’s wisdom and institutional knowledge will be greatly missed and I will personally miss his friendship very much.”
Representative Kerry Benninghoff
Pennsylvania House Majority Leader
171st Legislative District
Pennsylvania House of Representatives