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January 24, 2010 Jen Howard, (202) 418-0506 
Email: Jen.Howard@fcc.gov
STATEMENT OF FCC CHAIRMAN JULIUS GENACHOWSKI ON 
THE DEATH OF FORMER FCC COMMISSIONER JAMES QUELLO
"It was with great sadness that I learned of the death of former Commissioner Jim Quello. Jim 
was a friend and a beloved Commissioner of this agency for more than two decades. Known as 
the 'Dean' of the FCC -- and 'Boss' to the many staffers who worked for him -- he was a role 
model to generations of FCC employees and advocates for his decency, personal charm, and 
commitment to his work. He leaves behind an extraordinary legacy of service to the FCC, the 
communications industry, and the American people.
"Commissioner Quello’s long life was packed with accomplishment. He was born April 21, 
1914, in Laurium, Michigan -- eleven years before the first public demonstration of television 
and two decades before the creation of the FCC. He served his country with great valor and 
distinction in World War II, surviving six amphibious landings and earning multiple decorations 
and campaign ribbons. He spent his first career as a broadcaster, finding ways to serve local 
communities in the early days of the medium. And he went on to serve the FCC as 
Commissioner from 1974 until 1997, receiving numerous honors and earning widespread respect 
and affection.
"On behalf of the FCC and its past and present staff, I extend condolences to Jim’s family, and 
offer our prayers, thoughts and sympathies during this time of loss."
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