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Former Congressman John Adler Dies at 51

Adler represented the 3rd Congressional District before losing the 2010 race to Jon Runyan.

Former U.S. Rep  John Adler (D-NJ) died Monday at the age of 51. 

Adler represented the 3rd Congressional District before losing the 2010 bid for re-election to Jon Runyan.  Prior to being elected to congress, he was a state senator from 1992 to 2009.  He lived in Cherry Hill.

Adler underwent emergency heart surgery a few weeks ago. He is survived by his wife Shelley and four sons.

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State Senate President Stephen M. Sweeney (D-3) said this about Adler:

“We lost a great person today. John Adler was a remarkable statesman, a dear colleague and a good friend. His commitment to public service and for doing what he believed was right is a testament to the kind of person he was.

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“While we mourn his passing, John’s life serves as a shining example to all those who seek to make a difference through public service.  My deepest condolences and prayers go out to John’s wife, Shelley, their children, family and friends.”

State Sen. Diane Allen (R-7) said:

“My heart goes out to the Adler family, his wife Shelley and their four children. John spent the better part of two decades serving the people of New Jersey with candor and vigor. His intellect and energy was a benefit to his constituents and all who had the honor of serving with him. This is a great loss for New Jersey. He will be truly missed.”

U.S. Sen. Frank Lautenberg (D-NJ) said:

“Today is a sad day in New Jersey. John Adler was a talented, devoted public servant who worked with a special concern for the people he represented and all of New Jersey. My deepest condolences go out to John’s wife, Shelley, and his four sons. John will be missed, but his honesty of character will not be forgotten.”


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